noun
- inflammation of the ear, especially the middle ear
Usage: medical term; commonly used in healthcare contexts
Examples
- The child was diagnosed with otitis after complaining of ear pain.
- Otitis media is one of the most common infections in young children.
- Untreated otitis can lead to hearing loss if left unaddressed.
- The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the patient's otitis.
- Swimming in contaminated water can sometimes cause otitis externa.
- Symptoms of otitis include ear pain, fever, and difficulty hearing.