otitis media

American  

[mee-dee-uh] / ˈmi di ə /

noun

Pathology.

1. inflammation of the middle ear, characterized by pain, dizziness, and hearing loss.

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otitis media Scientific  

/ ō-tī′tĭsmē′dē-ə /

1. Inflammation of the middle ear, occurring commonly in children as a result of infection and often causing pain and temporary hearing loss.

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Etymology

Origin of otitis media

First recorded in 1870–75; from New Latin: “middle otitis”

Example Sentences

Despite the existence of vaccines against pneumococcal infections such as otitis media, sinusitis, and meningitis, the prevalence of pneumococcal pneumonia remains high.

From Science Daily • Nov. 28, 2023

In addition, otitis media is a common complication after an RSV infection.

From Science Daily • Oct. 26, 2023

Biofilms are considered responsible for diseases such as bacterial infections in patients with cystic fibrosis, Legionnaires’ disease, and otitis media.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

In Roebourne, in the mineral-rich Pilbara, 80% of the children suffer from an ear infection called otitis media, which can cause partial deafness.

From The Guardian • Apr. 28, 2013

General physical conditions: Anemia, poor nutrition, otitis media.

From Pathology of Lying, accusation, and swindling: a study in forensic psychology by Healy, William