Medical Suffix
-paresis
-paresis means partial paralysis or slight weakness (from the Greek paresis, meaning a letting go or slackening).
What does -paresis mean?
The suffix -paresis means partial paralysis or slight muscular weakness. It comes from the Greek word paresis. It appears at the end of words describing weakness affecting a part of the body. For example, hemiparesis means weakness on one side of the body. It is a milder form than -plegia, which means full paralysis.
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Frequently asked questions
What does -paresis mean?
The suffix -paresis means partial paralysis or slight weakness, and comes from Greek.
What does hemiparesis mean?
It means weakness on one side of the body, combining hemi- (half) with -paresis.
What is the difference between -paresis and -plegia?
-paresis means partial weakness, while -plegia means complete paralysis.
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