How Do You Spell OTITIS MEDIA SUPPURATIVA?

Pronunciation: [ɒtˈa͡ɪtɪs mˈiːdiːə sˈʌpjʊɹˌe͡ɪtɪvə] (IPA)

Otitis media suppurativa is a medical condition referring to a severe form of middle ear infection. The spelling of this word follows the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), a standardized system of phonetic notation used to represent the sounds of spoken languages. The first word, "otitis", is pronounced as /oʊˈtaɪtɪs/, and the second word, "media", is pronounced as /ˈmiːdiə/. The last word, "suppurativa", is pronounced as /sʌpəˈreɪtɪvə/, with the stress on the second syllable. Proper spelling and pronunciation are important for clear communication between healthcare providers and patients.

OTITIS MEDIA SUPPURATIVA Meaning and Definition

  1. Otitis media suppurativa is a medical term used to describe a condition characterized by the inflammation and infection of the middle ear with the presence of pus or fluid accumulation. It is a severe form of otitis media, which refers to inflammation of the middle ear.

    The middle ear is an air-filled space located behind the eardrum, and it contains tiny vibrating bones that transmit sound waves to the inner ear. Otitis media suppurativa commonly occurs as a result of an infection, usually bacterial, that spreads from the upper respiratory tract through the Eustachian tube, a narrow passageway connecting the middle ear to the back of the nose and throat.

    Symptoms of otitis media suppurativa include severe ear pain, fever, fluid drainage from the ear, impaired hearing, and possible loss of balance. If left untreated, it may lead to complications such as mastoiditis (infection of the mastoid bone) or damage to the eardrum.

    The diagnosis of otitis media suppurativa is typically made by a healthcare professional through a physical examination, evaluation of symptoms, and careful examination of the ear using an otoscope or similar instrument. Treatment usually involves the prescription of antibiotics to fight the underlying bacterial infection and relieve inflammation. In severe cases, a surgical procedure, known as a myringotomy, may be performed to drain the accumulated pus or fluid and alleviate pressure.

    Overall, otitis media suppurativa is a serious middle ear infection that requires prompt medical attention and treatment to prevent complications and restore normal ear function.

  2. Suppurative inflammation of the middle ear.

    A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

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