Some children struggle with earaches off and on throughout their childhood, and chronic ear infections often become a problem enough that parents may consider treatments such as surgical insertion of tubes to allow the ears to drain. However, many parents do not have experience with earaches and may be unsure of what to do if […]
Grommets
What Are Grommets Grommets are small plastic tubes that are inserted into a child’s eardrum (tympanic membrane). Grommets are often used for children who suffer from persistent middle ear infections (chronic otitis media) in order to limit complications and improve hearing. Otitis Media and Glue Ear The ear cavity is normally filled with air, a […]
Perforated Ear Drum Problem
Perforated Ear Drum The eardrum, otherwise known as the tympanic membrane, separates the ear canal from the middle ear. A perforated eardrum occurs when the eardrum ruptures, leaving an opening between the middle and outer ear. This can be problematic. Causes A ruptured eardrum commonly results from injury or trauma, or following a chronic infection. […]
Ear Problems Could Easily Be Things of the Past
Why a visit to the ENT could bring you the best news you’ve heard in a while. Ear problems seem like the worst, don’t they? All that pain near your head, the fullness and stuffiness, it’s impossible to bear and even more so when watching your child suffer. Additionally, the problems are often chronic with […]
Vertigo Meaning and Treatment
By Alexandra Matkevich, Registered Nurse At ENT clinic we see a whole range of symptoms from headaches, pain, snoring, runny nose and cough. Vertigo is another complaint that we see amongst our patients with ear disorders. In fact, vertigo, dizziness and balance-related conditions are among the most common health problems in adults. By definition, vertigo […]
Plastic Surgery for the Ears
Deciding to have cosmetic surgery done on the ears is a big step and can usually solve a host of problems that come with misshapen or protruding ears. Children dealing with these problems can often be the targets of bullies, while adults may stand out amongst their peers and draw unwanted attention. Therefore, if you […]
Helping Your Child to Get Ready for Ear Tube Surgery
Having a surgical procedure done can be as intimidating for parents as it is for the children going through the procedure. This is likely the case if your child is going to be undergoing ear tube surgery. The procedure would have been recommended by your GP or ENT specialist to provide your child with less […]
The Sound of Music: What Is Sound Healing and Music Therapy?
The ear and our sense of sound is a powerful medium to connect us to our inner self and world. It is the first sense we get when we are young, and the last to go when we enter altered states of consciousness. Think of your alarm going off in the morning, or hearing the […]
Inner Ear Infection
Labyrinthitis is an infection of the inner ear. Like most other ear infections, it can cause a vast array of painful and debilitating symptoms. An inner ear infection often starts out with the feeling of extreme vertigo, like the room is spinning or moving around very slowly. Severe headaches and memory loss also often accompany […]
Mastoiditis
About mastoiditis The mastoid process is a sponge-like bone behind the ear. The outer part of the mastoid process is comprised of dense bone and the inner part is filled with tiny interconnecting air sacs. Several neck muscles attach to the mastoid process, including the sternocleidomastoid. The mastoid process and the middle ear communicate with […]
What Causes a Blocked Middle Ear?
Causes of a blocked middle ear The middle ear is located just behind the eardrum and is the canal that connects the outer part of your ear to the small organs located in the inner ear. When the middle ear is blocked, is can cause pain and severe discomfort. There are many different things that […]