What is another word for otitis?
Pronunciation: [ɒtˈa͡ɪtɪs] (IPA) 
Otitis refers to an inflammation or infection of the ear. Some other synonyms for otitis include ear infection, otitis media, middle ear infection, and mastoiditis. Otitis media and middle ear infection are common synonyms for otitis, which specifically refer to inflammation of the middle ear. Mastoiditis is a type of otitis that occurs when the mastoid bone in the skull becomes infected. Although otitis often refers to a bacterial or viral infection, it can also be caused by allergies or trauma to the ear. Symptoms of otitis include ear pain, fever, headache, and temporary hearing loss. If left untreated, otitis can lead to more serious complications, such as hearing loss or meningitis.
