Caloric irrigations

What does "Caloric irrigations" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Caloric irrigations is a medical procedure often used to test the function of a person's balance system, specifically the inner ear. It involves gently washing out the ear canal with warm or cool water or air. The temperature change stimulates the inner ear and causes rapid eye movements. The doctor then observes these eye movements to determine if the inner ear is functioning properly.

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