Ears Flashcards

1
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Auricle

A

External portion of the ear

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2
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Cerumen

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Earwax

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3
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Labyrinthitis

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Infection of the deep inner ear, known as the labyrinth. Often causes vertigo

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4
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Loss of Landmarks

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The TM is opaque, no longer transparent. Indicates ear infection

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5
Q

Otalgia

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Ear ache

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6
Q

Otitis externa

A

Outer ear infection

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7
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Otitis media

A

Middle ear infection

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8
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Tinnitus

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“Ringing in the ears”, the perception of ringing even with no external stimuli

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9
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TM bulging

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“Outpouching” of the TM, indicative of inflammation

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10
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TM dullness

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Absence of light reflection, indicative of ear infection

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11
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TM erythema

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Redness of the TM, often indicative of infection

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12
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TM perforation

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Rupture of the eardrum

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13
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Tympanic Membrane

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TM, the clear membrane inside the ear; ear drum

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