On otoscopy, what middle ear mass is seen as a red blemish behind the tympanic membrane?
A) Acoustic tumor
B) Choesteatoma
C) Facial nerve neuroma
D) Glomus tympanicum
Ans: D
Feedback: In the case of glomus tympanicum, a red blemish on or behind the tympanic membrane is seen on otoscopy. Therefore options A, B, and C are incorrect.
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