Terms from reading
what is anacusis?
The state of complete deafness
what is the nerve at the back of the eye?
optic nerve
what is the membrane of the eardrum called?
tympanic membrane
what is labrynthitis?
Labyrinthitis is an inner ear disorder. The two vestibular nerves in your inner ear send your brain information about your spatial navigation and balance control. When one of these nerves becomes inflamed, it creates a condition known as labyrinthitis
What is the liquid produced inside of the eye?
vitreous humor
what is the shell-like structure of the ear called?
cochlea
What is otoscope?
a medical device which is used to look into the ears
what is the blind spot in the eye called?
fovea centralis
what is the nerve in the ear called?
auditory nerve fibers
What is tympanitis?
the medical term for an inflamed tympanic membrane, also known as the eardrum.
What is the chamber in from the pupil called?
anterior chamber
what is the hammer and the anvil in the ear called?
Iccus, Malleus, Stapes
What is astigmatism?
Astigmatism is a common vision condition that causes blurred vision. It occurs when the cornea (the clear front cover of the eye) is irregularly shaped or sometimes because of the curvature of the lens inside the eye
What is the colored part of the eye?
Iris
What are the three parts of the ear?
External, Middle, Inner