Medical Root Words
My-
Commonly used in anatomy, physiology, and medical diagnoses.
Literal Meaning
Muscle
Actual Meaning
This refers to MUSCLES. So "myalgia" means muscle pain.
Examples in Context

Myocardial infarction refers to a heart muscle injury.

Helpful Tips
  • 1Think of 'myo' as in myopathy — disorders of muscle.
  • 2Remember it by associating it with muscular activities.
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