Special Senses

exotropia

• The inward deviation of one eye relative to the other; also known as cross-eye

• The outward deviation of one eye relative to the other; also known as walleye

• A condition where both eyes are aligned and focused on the same point

• A type of eye strain caused by prolonged screen time

conjunctivitis

• Inflammation of the conjunctiva; also known as pinkeye

• A viral infection of the cornea

• A bacterial infection of the retina

• A condition causing blurred vision

cataract

• A condition where the lens of the eye becomes cloudy or loses transparency

• A type of eye surgery to correct vision

• A disease that affects the retina

• A form of eye strain caused by excessive screen time

tympanometry

• The use of air pressure in the ear canal to test for disorders of the middle ear

• A method to measure the electrical activity of the brain

• A technique for assessing vision clarity

• A procedure for evaluating lung function

myringotomy

• Surgical incision in the eardrum to create an opening for the placement of ear tubes

• A procedure to remove excess wax from the ear canal

• A type of hearing aid fitting procedure

• An operation to repair a perforated eardrum

hyperopia

• A visual defect in which light rays focus beyond the retina

• A condition where the eye is too long, causing nearsightedness

• A type of color blindness affecting red and green perception

• A temporary vision impairment due to fatigue

nyctalopia

• A visual condition in which the individual has difficulty seeing at night

• A condition characterized by excessive daytime sleepiness

• A type of color blindness affecting red and green hues

• A disorder that causes temporary blindness in bright light

keratitis

• An inflammation of the cornea

• A type of eye surgery

• A viral infection of the retina

• A condition affecting the lens of the eye

scotoma

• An area of normal vision

• An abnormal area of absent or depressed vision surrounded by an area of normal vision

• A type of eye disease

• A condition causing excessive brightness in vision

strabismus

• A disorder in which the eyes cannot be directed in a parallel manner toward the same object

• A condition where one eye is stronger than the other

• An eye condition characterized by excessive tearing

• A type of vision impairment caused by aging