While an otoscope is primarily designed for examining the ear, it can sometimes help in the initial detection of certain types of cancer. For example, it may be used to identify abnormal growths or lesions in the ear canal or on the eardrum, which could be indicative of ear cancer. However, an otoscope alone is not sufficient for a definitive diagnosis. Further diagnostic procedures, such as biopsies and imaging studies, are required to confirm the presence of cancer.
