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imowrer

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on: Jun 27, 2018

A(n) ________ is an abnormal enlargement of the thyroid, forming a lump in the neck.

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Question 2

The suffix that means discharge is:

A) -malacia
B) -rrhea
C) -oma
D) -itis

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juwms

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

goiter

Answer to Question 2

B
Explanation: The other suffixes mean: -malacia, softening; -oma, tumor; and -itis, inflammation.

imowrer

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018

Wow, this really help

shewald78

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday

Excellent

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