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-oma

Suffix Medical Terminology

Tumor or mass.

Example: carcinoma (cancer forming solid tumors)

Sources

Appendix A: Word Parts and What They Mean · MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine
Medical-Surgical Nursing, Chapter 31 Key Terms · OpenStax

Terms built with -oma

hematomaA collection of blood under the skin, causing swelling and a bruise; a common venipuncture complication.

Related terms

-meterInstrument for measuring.
-metryProcess of measuring.
-oidResembling or like.
-ole, -uleSmall.
-opiaVision condition.
-opsyViewing or examination.
-osisAbnormal condition or increase.
-ostomy, -stomySurgical creation of an opening.

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