Otitis interna

From WikiMD.org
Jump to navigation Jump to search

Otitis Interna

Otitis interna, also known as labyrinthitis, is an inflammation of the inner ear. It is a medical condition that can cause a variety of symptoms including vertigo, hearing loss, and tinnitus.

Pronunciation

Otitis interna is pronounced as /oʊˈtaɪtɪs ɪnˈtɜːrnə/.

Etymology

The term "otitis interna" is derived from the Greek words "otitis", meaning inflammation of the ear, and "interna", meaning inside.

Symptoms

The most common symptoms of otitis interna include:

  • Vertigo: A sensation of feeling off balance, often described as a spinning sensation.
  • Hearing loss: A decrease in the ability to perceive sounds.
  • Tinnitus: The perception of noise or ringing in the ears.

Causes

Otitis interna is usually caused by an infection, often a viral infection such as the common cold or flu. Other causes can include bacterial infections, allergies, or autoimmune diseases.

Treatment

Treatment for otitis interna typically involves managing the symptoms and treating the underlying cause. This can include medications to reduce inflammation and relieve symptoms, as well as antibiotics if a bacterial infection is present.

Related Terms

  • Otitis media: An inflammation of the middle ear.
  • Otitis externa: An inflammation of the outer ear and ear canal.
  • Labyrinthitis: Another term for otitis interna, referring specifically to inflammation of the labyrinth, or inner ear.

External links

Esculaap.svg

This WikiMD dictionary article is a stub. You can help make it a full article.


Languages: - East Asian 中文, 日本, 한국어, South Asian हिन्दी, Urdu, বাংলা, తెలుగు, தமிழ், ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian Indonesian, Vietnamese, Thai, မြန်မာဘာသာ, European español, Deutsch, français, русский, português do Brasil, Italian, polski