The “rrh” in -rrhea is an unusual spelling for English words. It comes from the Greek language. There will be three more suffixes with “rrh” in their spelling in future frames: -rrhagia (hemorrhage),...

The “rrh” in -rrhea is an unusual spelling for English words. It comes from the Greek language.

There will be three more suffixes with “rrh” in their spelling in future frames: -rrhagia (hemorrhage), -rrhaphy (suturing), and -rrhexia (rupture). To indicate flow or discharge use the suffix _____________.

Py/o/rrhea alveolaris is a disease of the teeth and gums. The part of this disease’s name that tells you that pus is discharged is ______________/________________ .