What is a fungus condition of the ear called?

A) otomycosis
B) otopyorrhea
C) otosclerosis
D) otolith


A
Explanation:
A) Correct. The combining form myc/o means fungus.
B) Otopyorrhea is discharge of pus from the ear.
C) Otosclerosis is hardening of ear structures.
D) An otolith is a stone in the ear.

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