tympanitis

[ tim-puh-nahy-tis ]

noun

, Pathology.

1. inflammation of the middle ear; otitis media.

tympanitis

/ ˌtɪmpəˈnaɪtɪs /

noun

1. inflammation of the eardrum Also calledotitis media

Word History and Origins

Origin of tympanitis¹

First recorded in 1790–1800; tympan(um) + -itis

Example Sentences

In chronic tympanitis, it is sometimes advisable to leave the cannula in position by tying a tape to the flange, passing it around the body and tying.

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