Surgical Recall: Otolaryngology: H & N Surgery

Question 1

Define:

1. Anosmia
2. Otorrhea
3. Dysphagia

Answer 1

Define:

1. Anosmia: Inability to SMELL
2. Otorrhea: Fluid discharge from ear
3. Dysphagia: Difficulty swallowing

Question 2

Define:

1. Odynophagia
2. Globus
3. Otalgia
4. Trismus

Answer 2

Define:

1. Odynophagia: painful swallowing
2. Globus: Sensation of a “lump in the throat”
3. Otalgia: Ear pain (often referred from throat)
4. Trismus: Difficulty opening mouth