otoscopy

Meanings

• Noun

  Examination of the ear using an instrument called an otoscope.

  - "The doctor performed an otoscopy on my ear."
  - "During the medical check-up, the nurse used an otoscope to examine my ear."

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Variants

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otoscope , otoscopes

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Etymology

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From the Greek words 'otos' (ear) and 'skopeo' (to examine).

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Trivia

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1. An otoscope is typically a handheld instrument with a light and a lens.

2. The first otoscope was invented in 1867 by German physician, Ernst von Graefe.

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Related Concepts

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1. Otolaryngology: The medical specialty dealing with the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the ear, nose, and throat.

2. Otosclerosis: A condition characterized by the hardening of the bones in the middle ear, leading to hearing loss.

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Culture

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Otoscopy is a common medical procedure used to diagnose various ear conditions, including infections, growths, and injuries.

How to Memorize "otoscopy"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize an ear exam using an otoscope. Imagine the doctor inserting the instrument into your ear and examining it.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'otoscopy' with 'ear examination'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic like 'Otoscopy: Look inside the ear with an otoscope'.

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