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mrsjacobs44

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Select the suffix that means pain.
 
  A) -algia
  B) -al
  C) -atresia
  D) -asthenia

Question 2

Which of the following pathological conditions affects part of the retina?
 
  A) macular degeneration
  B) cataract
  C) amblyopia
  D) strabismus
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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A
Explanation: Two suffixes mean pain: -algia and -dynia. The other suffixes mean: -al, pertaining to; -asthenia, weakness; and -atresia, absence of normal body opening.

Answer to Question 2

A
Explanation: Macular degeneration affects the macular area of the retina. A cataract affects the lens. Amblyopia can occur if strabismus is not corrected. Strabismus is eye muscle weakness.


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