Ear and mastoid diseases (46 contents)
How to treat otitis?
Otitis, especially in children, is a common health problem. It can be caused by various factors, such as viral or bacterial infections, allergies or the presence of a foreign body. Successful...
Ear wax removal: how to do it safely and effectively?
Contrary to what you may think, ear wax plays an extremely important role in the proper functioning of the ear canal. Its main role is to protect the ear canal from fungi, bacteria and pollen. Earwax...
Hearing screening in children - when to go for it?
The newborn hearing screening programme can help diagnose hearing problems in toddlers quickly and early. But what if you are concerned about your older child's hearing? When should you test?
Why does it ring in our ears?
There are many external factors that can cause clogging or ringing in the ears. Some of these cause temporary discomfort, while others can contribute to permanent hearing problems. What is the most...
Earache and sore throat - could it be coronavirus?
Sorethroat and earache are common complaints and can occur with COVID-19 infection. However, they are not always a cause for concern. Sore throat and ear ache are usually a symptom of a minor cold....
Acute otitis externa
Acute otitis externa is a diffuse inflammatory process within the external auditory canal, sometimes involving the eardrum and auricle. It is more common in swimmers and people living in warm...
How do you clean your ears properly?
Most people take care of their ear hygiene incorrectly, using ear sticks in the wrong way, which can result in damage to the ear. There are a few important rules to follow when using ear sticks.
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and hearing impairment
One of the more commonly used medicines by patients with analgesic and antipyretic effects are non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). These agents are available without a prescription, but...
Ear plasty - information about the procedure
The correction of protruding auricles, known as otoplasty, is one of the most frequently performed procedures in plastic surgery. This procedure is not dictated by medical reasons, but only by...
Where can ear pain come from?
Earache is an ailment that can have a variety of origins and many causes. The vast majority of patients who see a doctor for this reason are children. They are much more likely than adults to have...
Blocked ear in a child
Children of pre-school and school age very often have problems with a blocked ear. Instead of going to an ENT specialist, parents very often try to solve the problem themselves, which unfortunately...
