Asked by Sergen Bayraktar on May 25, 2024
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In the term trichiasis,the root trich means:
A) eyelid.
B) hair.
C) blink.
D) dry.
Trichiasis
An eye condition where eyelashes grow inward, touching the eyeball and potentially causing discomfort or damage.
Trich
Short for Trichomoniasis, a sexually transmitted infection caused by the parasite Trichomonas vaginalis.
- Identify the prefixes, roots, and combining forms in ophthalmic medical terminology.
Verified Answer
DD
Darian De Los SantosMay 28, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The root trich comes from the Greek word for hair (trikhos), so trichiasis refers to a condition in which eyelashes grow abnormally and may rub against the eye, causing irritation or damage.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the prefixes, roots, and combining forms in ophthalmic medical terminology.