Question

identify the suffix for binding.

multiple choice

-dynia

-desis

-phoria

-algia

Explanation:

Analyze the question stem

The question asks to identify the medical suffix that means "binding".

Evaluate each option

• -dynia: Means pain (e.g., pleurodynia).
• -desis: Means binding, fixation, or fusion (e.g., arthrodesis, which is the surgical binding/fusion of a joint).
• -phoria: Means carrying, feeling, or mental state (e.g., euphoria, dysphoria).
• -algia: Means pain (e.g., fibromyalgia, neuralgia).

Determine the correct choice

The suffix -desis is the correct medical term for binding.

Answer:

• (A) -dynia
• (B) -desis (Correct answer)
• (C) -phoria
• (D) -algia