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document provides a comprehensive and easy to understand overview of medical terminology for students in healthcare related programs. It is designed to support learners in building a strong foundation in the language used in medical and clinical environments. The material covers essential topics including medical word structure, prefixes, suffixes, word roots, combining forms, pronunciation guidelines, and commonly used medical abbreviations. It also introduces terminology associated with major body systems such as cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, musculoskeletal, nervous, endocrine, and reproductive systems. This study guide is ideal for nursing students, medical students, allied health learners, and healthcare professionals who want to improve their understanding of medical vocabulary. The content is organized in a clear and logical format, making it suitable for exam preparation, revision, and practical reference. Updated for the 2026 and 2027 academic years, this resource helps students develop confidence in interpreting and using medical terms accurately in both academic and professional healthcare settings.

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Medical Terminology



Abatement A Reduction In Severity Of Symptoms




Abdomin Abdominal




Abdominal Abdomen




Abduction Away From The Body




Abiotic Not Related To Living Organisms




Abnormal Not Normal




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Abortive Cutting Short The Course Of A Disease




Abrasion Friction Wearing Away Of The Top Layer Of Skin




Abruption A Sudden Breaking Away Or Breaking Off




a.c. Before Meals




Accessory Extra Or Supplementary To The Main Element




ACL Anterior Cruciate Ligament




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Adduction Toward The Body




Aden Gland




Adipo Fat




ADL Activities of Daily Living




Ad lib At Liberty




AED Automated External Defibrillator




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AKA Above The Knee Amputation




albin/o- White




-algia Pain, Suffering, Painful Condition




AMA Against Medical Advice




Ambulatory Ability To Walk




Analgesia Loss Of Pain Where Pain Would Normally Be Evident Without Loss Of Consciousness




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