Otosclerosis
noun
A medical condition where the bone in the middle ear grows abnormal and causes hearing loss.
She was diagnosed with otosclerosis, which explained her gradual hearing loss.
Usage tips
Formal
hearing impairment,middle ear disease,bone growth disorder
noun
A medical condition where the bone in the middle ear grows abnormal and causes hearing loss.
She was diagnosed with otosclerosis, which explained her gradual hearing loss.
Usage tips
Formal
hearing impairment,middle ear disease,bone growth disorder
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Medical
Otosclerosis can lead to significant hearing issues if untreated.
Many patients find success with surgical intervention.
Pro Tip 2/3Technical
Understanding the anatomy of the ear is crucial in diagnosing otosclerosis.
Audiologists often focus on surgical options for patients.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional
Hearing loss can affect not just communication but emotional well-being.
Support groups can help those coping with otosclerosis.
Pro Tip 1/3Medical
Otosclerosis can lead to significant hearing issues if untreated.
Many patients find success with surgical intervention.
Pro Tip 2/3Technical
Understanding the anatomy of the ear is crucial in diagnosing otosclerosis.
Audiologists often focus on surgical options for patients.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional
Hearing loss can affect not just communication but emotional well-being.
Support groups can help those coping with otosclerosis.
Pro Tip 1/3Medical
Otosclerosis can lead to significant hearing issues if untreated.
Many patients find success with surgical intervention.
Pro Tip 2/3Technical
Understanding the anatomy of the ear is crucial in diagnosing otosclerosis.
Audiologists often focus on surgical options for patients.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional
Hearing loss can affect not just communication but emotional well-being.
Support groups can help those coping with otosclerosis.
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