Asked by Terri Bryant on Jun 13, 2024
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If the root ot/o means ear,what is otodynia?
A) a small ear
B) an ear infection
C) swelling of the ear
D) an earache
Otodynia
Pain in the ear; earache, often caused by infection or inflammation of the ear.
Ot/o
A prefix related to the ear, used in medical terminology.
- Comprehend the direct significance of medical terms rooted in prefixes and suffixes.
Verified Answer
NM
Nikki MaclellanJun 18, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
"Otodynia" is derived from "ot/o" meaning ear and "dynia" meaning pain. Therefore, otodynia refers specifically to an earache.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the direct significance of medical terms rooted in prefixes and suffixes.