labyrinthitis

(ˌlæbərɪnˈθaɪtɪs)

(Pathology) inflammation of the inner ear, causing loss of balance, vertigo, and vomiting. Also called: otitis interna

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labyrinthitis

Inflammation of the inner ear, usually caused by infection.

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Noun

labyrinthitis - inflammation of the inner ear; can cause vertigo and vomiting

otitis interna

otitis - inflammation of the ear

Translations

lab·y·rin·thi·tis

n. laberintitis.

1. infl. aguda o crónica del laberinto;

2. otitis interna.

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labyrinthitis

n laberintitis f

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