Autoimmune Inner Ear Disease Glossary
Glossary:
Eustachian tube - Tube-like structure that connects the middle ear to the nasopharynx.Cytokines - Cytokines are small protein molecules that are released by cells to bring about communication between cells.
Steroids - Drugs, which suppress inflammation.
Tumor necrosis factors - A group of cytokines that has multiple functions including inflammation.
Vestibular complex - Part of the inner ear that consists of the vestibule and three semicircular canals and is involved in maintenance of balance
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