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Benign oropharyngeal tumor

Benign oropharyngeal tumors refer to benign neoplasms that can occur in any part of the oropharynx. Common types include papillomas, fibromas, retention cysts, pleomorphic adenomas, and hemangiomas. Other tumors, such as lipomas, lymphangiomas, and teratomas, are rare. Main symptoms include a foreign body sensation or obstruction during swallowing, slurred speech, difficulty breathing, and snoring during sleep.

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Presbycusis

Presbycusis is a bilateral, symmetrical, and progressive hearing loss that occurs with increasing age. In severe cases, it can lead to complete deafness. This condition commonly affects individuals over 60 years old. Key symptoms include tinnitus, hearing loss, and decreased speech recognition.

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Acute mastoiditis

The mastoid process is a part of the body located behind the ear, between the hairline. It is situated about one finger's width behind the earlobe, where a prominent bone can be felt. The lowest protruding part of this bone is the mastoid process. Acute mastoiditis is an acute purulent inflammation of the mastoid process, particularly the bone, commonly seen in children. It is characterized by foul-smelling discharge from the ear, headache, and fever.

Otolaryngology

Benign oropharyngeal tumor

Presbycusis

Acute mastoiditis

Laryngotracheal intubation injury

Laryngeal amyloidosis

Recurrent laryngeal nerve paralysis

Cricoarytenoid arthritis

Laryngeal keratosis

Laryngeal mucocele