Cochlea The part of the inner ear where the nerve endings are to be found, which transmit information about sound to the brain. Synonyms: internal ear, modiolus, labyrinth, organ of Corti Symptoms: Fluctuating hearing loss, tinnitus, vertigo, hyperacusis, diplacusis Conditions: Acoustic neuroma, Menière’s disease
Cochlear Nerve The cranial nerve runs from the inner ear to the brain stem and is largely responsible for hearing. Synonyms:. Acoustic Nerve, Auditory Nerve Symptoms: Inflammation, Infection Conditions: Vestibular labyrinthitis, Stroke
Colon The lower and bigger half of the bowels in which water is removed from faeces. .
Corns Thick, hardened layers of skin that form when your skin tries to protect itself against friction and pressure. Synonyms:. Carbuncle