The suffix '-rrhea' denotes what type of flow?

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The suffix '-rrhea' denotes what type of flow?

Explanation:
The suffix -rrhea signals a flow or discharge from a body part. When attached to a root, it describes an ongoing flow, as in diarrhea (flow of stool) or rhinorrhea (nasal discharge). In this question, the suffix points to a flowing discharge, not to stopping, dryness, or bleeding. So the best interpretation is flowing. Terms for stopping or dryness or bleeding use different endings, such as -stasis or -rrhage/-rrhagia for bleeding.

The suffix -rrhea signals a flow or discharge from a body part. When attached to a root, it describes an ongoing flow, as in diarrhea (flow of stool) or rhinorrhea (nasal discharge). In this question, the suffix points to a flowing discharge, not to stopping, dryness, or bleeding. So the best interpretation is flowing. Terms for stopping or dryness or bleeding use different endings, such as -stasis or -rrhage/-rrhagia for bleeding.

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