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• Otolaryngology - ENT
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  • Sample Reports - Otolaryngology - ENT

• Common ENT Terms

- R -

• Reading Disorders

Any of a group of problems characterized by difficulty using or understanding the symbol system for written language.



• Reflux

Backup of fluid from one cavity into the cavity where the fluid originally came from, such as fluid from the stomach into the swallowing tube causing heartburn.



• Rhinitis

Inflammation of the nasal lining which can be caused by infection, allergies, foreign body, abnormal nerve input, or other inflammatory agents.



• Rhinoplasty

Surgery to improve the appearance of the nose.



• Rhinorrhea

Discharge from the nose.



• Round Window

The membrane separating the middle ear and inner ear.



• Round Window

Membrane separating the middle ear and inner ear.