-osis
-osis means "abnormal condition".
Meaning
-osis
abnormal condition
Terms built from -osis
20 terms in the TermDecode library use this word part.
Formation of a blood clot inside a blood vessel
Condition of porous, brittle bones due to loss of bone density
Abnormal outward curvature of the upper spine; hunchback
Abnormal inward curvature of the lower spine; swayback
Abnormal lateral curvature of the spine
Fungal infection of the nails
Excessive sweating
Bluish discoloration of the skin or mucous membranes due to low oxygen levels.
Chronic liver disease with scarring and impaired function
Stiffness or fixation of a joint
Condition causing dry, scaly skin
Distension of kidney with urine due to obstruction
Endometrial tissue growing outside the uterus
Dangerous buildup of ketones in blood
Infection with abnormal lymphocytes
Death of tissue
Presence of pouches in intestinal wall
Death of bone tissue
Autoimmune disease affecting nerve coverings
Abnormal narrowing of a passage or opening
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