HealthJuly 7, 2026
otolaryngology
/ˌoʊtoʊˌlærɪŋˈɡɒlədʒi/
Definition
The branch of medicine that specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the ear, nose, and throat.
Etymology
Derived from the Greek words 'ous' (ear), 'larynx' (throat), and 'logos' (study), the term was constructed in the 19th century to formally categorize this specific medical discipline.
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