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What does the suffix “-rrhea” indicate?

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
• discharge
• pain
• blood