Otoscope
| Otoscope | |
|---|---|
| An otoscope, with a tube of disposable tips behind | |
| Synonyms | auriscope | 
An otoscope or auriscope is a medical device used by healthcare professionals to examine the ear canal and eardrum. This may be done as part of routine physical examinations, or for evaluating specific ear complaints, such as earaches, sense of fullness in the ear, or hearing loss.