👉 The term "otocoustic" is a medical term that refers to a type of auditory nerve injury. It's often associated with hearing loss, particularly in children and adults who have experienced trauma to their ears or other structures of the ear canal. Otocoustic injuries can occur when the outer layer of the tympanic membrane (the inner ear) is damaged by external factors such as loud noises, sudden changes in temperature, or exposure to certain chemicals. The damage can spread throughout the auditory nerve and