myringitis

/mɪˈrɪndʒaɪtɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

inflammation of the eardrum

“The doctor diagnosed her with myringitis after she complained of severe ear pain.”

2. noun

an infection of the eardrum, often caused by a viral or bacterial infection

“The patient was prescribed antibiotics for her myringitis, which had caused her considerable discomfort.”

Synonyms

  • otitis
  • tympanitis

Antonyms

  • otitis externa