Pneumo

What does "Pneumo" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Pneumo" is a prefix in medical terminology that relates to the lungs or air. It comes from the Greek word "pneumon" which means lung. When you see "pneumo" at the beginning of a medical term, it usually indicates that the term has something to do with the lungs, breathing, or air. For example, pneumonia is a condition where the lungs become inflamed due to infection.

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