Parts of Ear
Diseases/Infections
Trivia
100
Where vibrations enter the ear
Auditory canal
100
An ear infection is most likely
An inflammation in the middle ear
100
How the ear keeps moist
Ear wax
200
The part of the ear that vibrates (also called the eardrum)
The tympanum
200
The most common ear infection
Otitis media
200
The three parts of the ear (ossicles)
Outer ear, middle ear, and inner ear
300
3 tiny bones that pick up the vibrations
The hammer, anvil, and stirrup
300
One way to cause hearing loss
Ear wax building up, partially or completely blocking the ear canal
300
The part of the ear with the smallest bones in the body
The middle ear
400
The stirrup transmits vibrations to this
Oval window
400
Contrary to popular belief, you should only use cotton swabs on this part of the ear
The outer ear. The inner ear is self-cleaning and to press too hard on the inner ear could cause permanent damage like hearing loss
400
The scientific name for the sensation of dizziness
Vertigo
500
Filled with fluid, the oval window creates pressure waves in this
Cochlea
500
Disease in the inner ear and vestibular system (the part that help maintain balance)
Ménière's disease
500
A severe attack or a sudden increase in intensity of a disease, usually recurring periodically.
Paroxysmal
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