endolymph
/ˈɛndoʊlɪmf/
noun
- The fluid inside the membranous labyrinth of the inner ear that helps with hearing and balance.
- Damage to the endolymph can cause dizziness and hearing loss.
- The movement of endolymph in the ear canals tells your brain which way your head is turning.
- Doctors sometimes test the pressure of the endolymph to diagnose inner ear disorders.