Parasitic otitis

Pronunciation
/PAR-as-it-ik OH-TY-tis/
Category
Disease

Definition

An ear infection caused by a parasite, typically involving the external auditory canal. In the context of entomology and arachnology, it often refers to infestations by mites or other small arthropods.

Etymology

From Greek 'parasitos', meaning 'living on or in another organism', and 'otitis', meaning 'inflammation of the ear'.

Example

Parasitic otitis can cause itching, discharge, and pain in the ear.

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Usage Notes

Parasitic otitis is often associated with infestation by mites or other arthropods.