Asked by Natalie Medina on May 24, 2024
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A disease of the inner ear that presents a group of symptoms that recur and are caused by a change in fluid volume in the ear is:
A) otolith.
B) otitis media.
C) Méniére's.
D) otopyorrhea.
Ménière's Disease
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.
Otitis Media
An infection of the air-filled space behind the eardrum, often resulting in ear pain and temporary hearing loss.
Otopyorrhea
The discharge of pus from the ear, often due to an infection.
- Distinguish among diverse auditory disorders and their causative elements.
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Kayla GlossMay 28, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The disease described is Méniére's disease, which is characterized by recurrent symptoms such as vertigo, tinnitus, hearing loss, and a feeling of fullness or pressure in the ear. It is caused by a change in the volume of fluid in the inner ear. Otolith refers to calcium stones in the inner ear that can cause vertigo. Otitis media is an infection of the middle ear. Otopyorrhea is a discharge of pus from the ear.
Learning Objectives
- Distinguish among diverse auditory disorders and their causative elements.