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Temporal Bone

Temporal Bone The thick hard bone that constitutes the base of the skull and part of its side. It protects the structures of the ear that control hearing and balance. Synonyms: Symptoms: Otorrhea, vertigo, nystagmus, bruising Conditions: Paget disease,

Temporalis

Temporalis Muscles which are situated at either side of the skull near the temples, with the main function of raising the lower jaw. Synonyms: Symptoms: Headaches, pain while eating or talking, pain over the temples. Conditions: Temporal arteritis