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Common Otolaryngology Terminology

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Tonsillectomy

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The surgical removal of the tonsils, often to treat recurrent strep throat or tonsillitis.

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Sinusitis

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Inflammation or infection of the paranasal sinuses.

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Epistaxis

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The medical term for a nosebleed.

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Adenoidectomy

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The surgical removal of the adenoids, often to treat chronic infections or respiratory issues.

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Labyrinthitis

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Inflammation of the inner ear or the nerves that connect the inner ear to the brain, often causing vertigo.

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Tonsillitis

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Inflammation or infection of the tonsils, often causing sore throat and fever.

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Laryngoscopy

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The examination of the larynx (voice box) using a mirror or a laryngoscope.

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ENT

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Ear, Nose, and Throat – a medical specialty also known as Otolaryngology.

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Myringotomy

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A surgical procedure to create a tiny incision in the eardrum to relieve pressure or drain fluid.

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Choanal Atresia

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A congenital disorder where the back of the nasal passage is blocked, typically by abnormal bony or soft tissue.

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Sialadenitis

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Inflammation or infection of a salivary gland, often caused by a stone or bacterial infection.

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Cerumen

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The medical term for earwax, which is produced in the ear canal.

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Audiometry

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The testing of hearing ability, typically performed by an audiologist.

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Pharyngitis

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Inflammation of the pharynx, causing a sore throat.

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Vertigo

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A sense of rotational movement or spinning, often associated with inner ear problems.

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Rhinorrhea

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A condition where the nasal cavity is filled with a significant amount of mucus fluid, commonly known as a runny nose.

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Mastoidectomy

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A surgical procedure to remove infected portions of the mastoid bone.

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Nasal Polyp

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Benign growths on the mucosal lining of the nasal passages or sinuses that can cause obstruction or breathing difficulties.

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Tympanometry

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An examination used to test the condition of the middle ear by measuring eardrum movement.

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Stapedectomy

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Surgery to remove the stapes bone in the middle ear, often due to otosclerosis.

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Otitis Media

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An infection or inflammation of the middle ear.

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Dysphonia

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Difficulty in speaking due to a physical disorder of the mouth, tongue, throat, or vocal cords.

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Otorrhea

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Discharge from the ear, which can be a sign of infection or other ear condition.

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Tinnitus

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Ringing or other noise in one or both ears that may be a symptom of various underlying causes.

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Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP)

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Surgical removal or repositioning of tissue in the throat to widen the airway. This can treat snoring and obstructive sleep apnea.

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Rhinoplasty

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A surgical procedure to change the shape of the nose for breathing improvement or cosmetic reasons.

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Oropharynx

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The part of the throat that is at the back of the mouth.

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Meniere's Disease

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A disorder of the inner ear causing severe dizziness (vertigo), ringing in the ears (tinnitus), hearing loss, and a feeling of fullness or congestion in the ear.

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Tympanostomy

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The surgical insertion of a tube into the eardrum to allow air to enter the middle ear.

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Otosclerosis

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A condition characterized by abnormal bone growth in the middle ear, causing hearing loss.

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