Hearing Loss Resulting from Damage To, or Malformation Of, the Middle

question 48

Multiple Choice

Hearing loss resulting from damage to, or malformation of, the middle or outer ear is called

• A) Ménière's disease.
• B) sensorineural hearing loss.
• C) conductive hearing loss.
• D) otosclerosis.

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Definitions:

Mutation

A mutation is a change in the DNA sequence within an organism's gene or chromosome, leading to variation.

Development

The process through which organisms grow and mature, involving changes in size, shape, and function over time.

Serous Membranes

Thin tissues that line certain internal cavities of the body, secreting a serous fluid to lubricate the organs and reduce friction.

Areolar Tissue

A type of loose connective tissue that provides cushioning and support to the structures it surrounds.