Ears Flashcards
1
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Auricle
A
External portion of the ear
2
Q
Cerumen
A
Earwax
3
Q
Labyrinthitis
A
Infection of the deep inner ear, known as the labyrinth. Often causes vertigo
4
Q
Loss of Landmarks
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The TM is opaque, no longer transparent. Indicates ear infection
5
Q
Otalgia
A
Ear ache
6
Q
Otitis externa
A
Outer ear infection
7
Q
Otitis media
A
Middle ear infection
8
Q
Tinnitus
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“Ringing in the ears”, the perception of ringing even with no external stimuli
9
Q
TM bulging
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“Outpouching” of the TM, indicative of inflammation
10
Q
TM dullness
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Absence of light reflection, indicative of ear infection
11
Q
TM erythema
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Redness of the TM, often indicative of infection
12
Q
TM perforation
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Rupture of the eardrum
13
Q
Tympanic Membrane
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TM, the clear membrane inside the ear; ear drum
