11/9 Face And Ear CC Flashcards
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Cauliflower ear: fibrous build-up of internal ear tissues from repeated trauma and auricular hematoma.
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Cerumen buildup in external acoustic meats. Most common ear problem doctors see.
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OM: Infection of middle part of ear, often associated w/ upper respiratory infections.
Infection mastoid air cells: similar to sinus infection, infection gets trapped due to inflammation of mucus membrane. This infection can spread to the middle ear, usually when it is diagnosed.
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Vertigo or Ménière’s disease: thought to be due to bursting of membranous labyrinth.
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Tinnitus: ringing of ears, usually associated w/ loss of hearing from prolonged exposure to loud noises.
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