In the term dysentery, the prefix dys- means:

A) through.
B) difficult.
C) fast.
D) burst forth.


B
Explanation:
A) The prefix dia- means through.
B) Correct.
C) The prefix tachy- means fast.
D) The suffix -rrhagia means burst forth.

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