Clinical Diagnosis · Sensory System · Easy
Otitis
Meaning: Inflammation or infection of the ear, affecting the outer, middle or inner parts.
In practice: The child pulling at her ear with fever had acute otitis media.
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Answer: Lymphadenopathy
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Answer: Dysphonia
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