The Ultimate Medical Terminology Challenge: Master the Language of Medicine

What physical degeneration is described by '-malacia'?

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'-malacia' describes abnormal softening of tissues. For instance, "chondromalacia" is the abnormal softening of cartilage, and "osteomalacia" is the softening of bones due to vitamin D deficiency.

What physical degeneration is described by '-malacia'?

Abnormal tissue softening

Progressive tissue hardening

Structural fluid blockages

Hyperactive cramping spasm

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