Referred Otalgia Induced by a Large Tonsillolith / 가정의학회지
Korean Journal of Family Medicine
;
: 221-223, 2013.
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in English
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ABSTRACT
Herein, we report an unusual case of large tonsillolith presented with acute otalgia. Since the tonsils and tonsillar fossa are supplied by the glossopharyngeal nerve, any irritation or pain can be referred to the ear along the tympanic branch of the glossopharyngeal (Jacobson's) nerve. Also, it is worth re-emphasizing that normal otoscopy must be followed by inspection of the nasal cavities, oral cavity, and oropharynx, with particular note given to the floor of mouth, teeth, tongue, and tonsils because the identification of a causative etiology is necessary to successfully treat referred otalgia.
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Main subject:
Oropharynx
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Tongue
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Palatine Tonsil
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Tooth
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Otoscopy
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Ear
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Earache
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Glossopharyngeal Nerve
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Mouth
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Mouth Floor
Language:
English
Journal:
Korean Journal of Family Medicine
Year:
2013
Type:
Article
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