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Condition or state.

Example: hyperthyroidism (excess thyroid hormone)

Sources

• Appendix A: Word Parts and What They Mean · MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine
• Anatomy and Physiology 2e, Chapter 17 Key Terms · OpenStax

Related terms

• -graph, -graphyProcess of recording or making an image; -graph can also name the recording instrument.
• -iaCondition.
• -iasisCondition or formation of, often abnormal.
• -iatry, -iatristMedical treatment (-iatry) or the specialist who provides it (-iatrist).
• -itisInflammation.
• -iumStructure or tissue.
• -logistSpecialist in the study and treatment of a body part or disease.
• -logyStudy of.

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