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Sara Portnoy|Life|4 Feb 2025

What does the suffix “-rrhea” indicate?

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Retry Correct Incorrect The suffix “-rrhea” indicates excessive flow or discharge of a substance. Examples include “diarrhea,” which refers to frequent and loose bowel movements, and “rhinorrhea,” denoting the flow of mucus from the nose.
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What does the suffix “-rrhea” indicate?

  • infection
  • pain
  • discharge
  • blood
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