"Rhinosporidiosis" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Rhinosporidiosis is a chronic, usually recurring, granulomatous infection caused by Rhinosporidium seeberi, an aquatic, diploid parasite. It typically affects mucous membranes, especially the nasal mucosa, and is characterized by the formation of microscopic, polypoidal masses that contain loose networks of multinucleated giant cells and masses of endospores.
A rhinoceros is a large, herbivorous mammal that lives on land. It has a distinctive body shape, with a massive body, short legs, and a horn on its nose. There are five species of rhinoceros: the black rhinoceros, the white rhinoceros, the Indian rhinoceros, the Javan rhinoceros, and the Sumatran rhinoceros. Rhinos are known for their fierce defense mechanisms and critical threat status due to poaching.
Rhinoscleroma, also known as scleroma, is a chronic granulomatous disease of the upper respiratory tract caused by the bacterium Klebsiella rhinoscleromatis.
A rhinoscope, a medical instrument used to look inside the nasal passages. It is a type of endoscope that allows a doctor to visualize the interior of the nasal cavity and sinuses.
Inflammation of the mucous membranes lining the paranasal sinuses, typically caused by an infection, often a viral or bacterial infection, or an allergic reaction. Symptoms include headache, facial pain, nasal congestion, discharge, and facial pressure.
Rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps, a form of chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS), characterized by the presence of polyps in the nasal passages and sinuses.
Rhinotomy refers to the process or operation of cutting into or through the nasal passages.
Rhinotracheitis is an inflammation of the nose and trachea, typically caused by a viral or bacterial infection. The term is often used to describe the symptoms of a common viral infection that affects the equine (horse) respiratory system.