Glossary of Communication Disorder Terms - E

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Ear infection

presence and growth of bacteria or viruses in the ear.

Earwax

yellow secretion from glands in the outer ear (cerumen) that keeps the skin of the ear dry and protected from infection.

Echolalia

Repeating what one has already said or heard; often associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Endolymph

fluid in the labyrinth (the organ of balance located in the inner ear that consists of three semicircular canals and the vestibule).