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Sense Organ - Ear Pathology & Procedures

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AudiologyIdentification and evaluation of hearing loss
AudiometryUse of an audiometer to test hearing
FenestrationSurgical procedure in which a new opening is made in the labyrinth of the ear to restore hearing, to treat deafness associated with otosclerosis
LabyrinthitisInflammation of the inner ear, resulting in vertigo
MacrotiaAbnormally large ears
Meniere's DiseaseProgressive deafness, ringing in ears, dizziness and pressure in ears
MicrotiaAbnormally small ears
MyringitisInflammation of the tympanic membrane
OtalgiaEarache
Otitis ExternaInfection or inflammation of the external auditory canal (outer ear)
Otitis MediaInflammation of the middle ear (often with fluid present)
OtopathyAny disease of the ear
OtorrhagiaBleeding from the ear
OtorrheaInflammation with discharge from the ear
OtosclerosisBony tissue growth around oval window, leading to deafness
OtoscopyVisual examination of the ear with an otoscope
PresbycusisLoss of hearing due to aging process
Serous Otitis MediaInflammation of the middle ear with serum accumulation
Suppurative Otitis MediaInflammation of the middle ear with pus formation
TinnitusRinging, or buzzing sound in the ear
Tuning Fork TestA vibration source (tuning fork) is placed near the mastoid process and in front of the external auditory meatus to test bones and air conduction
TympanogramX-ray examination of eustachian tubes and middle ear using contrast medium
VertigoSensation of whirling motion (dizziness) and loss of balance
Weber TestA test for unilateral deafness (vibrating tuning fork is held over the forehead)


(AP) Human Geography Teacher
Lakeville South High School
Lakeville, MN

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