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1
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Otitis media

A

Middle ear infection

- portion behind the eardrum

2
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Swimmers ear

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Otitis externa

-infection of the outer ear

3
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Tinnitus

A

Ringing in one or both ears

-damage from aging or noise exposure

4
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Auditory test

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An exam in the ear using sound of varying volume and frequency

5
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Audiologist

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Is a specialist in hearing, balance and related disorders

6
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What is it called for the first test for an ear problem?

A

Ear test

7
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Ear test

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Your physician will use a scope to look into the ear canal to visualize the eardrum

8
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What is the integumentary system?

A

Organ system consisting of the skin and its assocaited structures

9
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What are the associated structures involved with the integumentary system? (4)

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  1. Hair
  2. Nails
  3. Sweat glands
  4. Sebaceous glands
10
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What does the integumentary system form?

A

A natural outer covering or coat

11
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What does the integumentary system do?

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Protects the body from damage due to water loss or abrasions

12
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Derm

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Skin

13
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Derma

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Skin

14
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Dermato

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Skin

15
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Dermatitis

A

Inflammation of the skin

16
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Onych/o

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Fingernail

17
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Dermatologists

A

Someone who takes care of diseases and some cosmetic problems of the skin, scalp, hair and nails

18
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Cellulitis

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Skin infection caused by bacteria

19
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Eczema

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A group of skin disorders that cause inflammation of the skin