Medical Terminology Quiz: Do You Speak Doctor?

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Ever left a doctor’s office in the U.S. feeling like they were speaking another language? Words like “hypertension,” “myocardial infarction,” or “benign” get thrown around, and unless you’ve studied medicine, it can sound confusing. But medical terms aren’t just for doctors patients who understand them are more likely to follow treatment correctly and feel empowered in their care.
This quiz breaks down those intimidating words and tests how well you really “speak doctor.” Don’t worry, you won’t need a medical degree just a sharp eye and a willingness to learn.

“Onco” is linked with what field?

  • Heart disease

  • Cancer

  • Brain health

  • Bones

“Osteo” refers to which body part?

  • Muscles

  • Bones

  • Joints

  • Blood

What does “derma” mean?

  • Skin

  • Hair

  • Eyes

  • Nose

What does “neuro” relate to?

  • Blood

  • Nerves/brain

  • Muscles

  • Skin

“Gastro” means?

  • Heart

  • Stomach

  • Skin

  • Bones

What does “cardio” refer to?

  • Brain

  • Heart

  • Lungs

  • Stomach

“Hemo” or “hema” relates to what?

  • Nerves

  • Blood

  • Stomach

  • Lungs

What does “itis” at the end of a word usually mean?

  • Infection

  • Scar

  • Tumor

  • Swelling/inflammation

“Pulmo” or “pneumo” relates to?

  • Lungs

  • Kidneys

  • Liver

  • Stomach

“Arthro” is related to?

  • Joints

  • Brain

  • Muscles

  • Kidneys

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