What are the word parts that make up the term "fibromyalgia"? (Label prefix, root, and suffix, and define term)
GeneralClass 12AllAnswered 27 Mar 2026
Answer
- Fibro- (prefix/root): from Latin "fibra" = fiber/connective tissue
- My/myo- (root): from Greek "mys" = muscle
- -algia (suffix): from Greek "algos" = pain
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain affecting muscles and connective tissues, often accompanied by fatigue, sleep disturbances, and cognitive issues.
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