Earwax is a vital substance. The skin glands in your ears produce it to repel water and to keep your ear canal free of unwelcome foreign matter. It traps dust, dirt, bacteria, and other outside matter that could otherwise cause major damage to your eardrum. As material gets caught in it, wax builds up just […]
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. […]
Otoplasty Surgery
Deciding to get Otoplasty for Your Child “Kids can be so cruel.” This is a common sentiment we hear when discussing the ways children relate with each other. However, when a child is bullied it can have implications for a very long time, especially when children have a physical characteristic that makes them an easy […]
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 […]
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 […]
How to Manage a Child’s Earache
Earaches are very common in children. In fact, they are one of the most common complaints that bring parents to the doctor. Because babies and children have very tiny parts in their inner ear, they are more suscpetable to infections, which will result in an earache. Causes What causes a child’s earache? Most commonly, 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 […]
What Are the Causes of Glue Ear?
Glue ear is a common condition that affects children and adults alike. It is directly related to the middle ear. Your ear has three main parts: the outer, middle and inner portions. The middle ear is a canal that is located behind the eardrum. Normally, that canal is filled with air and helps to equalise […]
Grommets and water precautions. Are water precautions necessary after tympanostomy tube placement?
By Gabriel J. Tsao MD and Richard L. Goode MD, from The Laryngoscope Triological Society Best Practice Tympanostomy tube insertion is one of the most commonly performed pediatric procedures in the United States. In an effort to reduce the incidence of postoperative otorrhea, many surgeons have traditionally recommended strict avoidance of water exposure to the […]
Children’s Hearing and Language Skills
Every child is different. Some children will develop speech first, whilst others will begin crawling and walking first. However, there are a few milestones in your child’s early life that can indicate normal development and health. Pay attention to these. If you notice any abnormalities, this may be due to illness or hearing loss, both […]
Earache, Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Common causes for earache Earache can be one of the most uncomfortable experiences a person can have. They are especially common among young children, although they can arise as a result of a number of issues. Earache can have great variation in terms of severity and lasting consequences. So it is important to be able […]
