Ear itch can disrupt your focus and leave you with an irresistible urge to scratch. While a quick itch might be nothing to worry about,
Category: Ear Pain
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An insect buzzing in your ear can be a startling experience. While the initial reaction might be panic, staying calm is crucial. Remember, you’re in
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As an otolaryngologist (ENT), I see many cases of Swimmer’s ear, especially during summer. While it’s a common condition, it can certainly dampen your aquatic adventures. This
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Ear pain due to cold – understanding the treatment
Ear Pain due to cold is a common presentation in the emergency department particularly for children during the late night hours. Pathophysiology of ear pain
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Recently a case of meningitis caused by ear infection in a previously healthy man in the UK made international headlines. In this article I will
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Fever with throat pain – when to ask for an ENT specialist’s opinion?
Before understanding about fever with throat pain lets look at what is a fever. What is a fever? Fever doesn’t have a standard definition as
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An Introduction to Tinnitus Tinnitus is a very common condition, reported in almost two thirds of adults. Tinnitus – the word finds its origin in
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What is Herpes Zoster Oticus? Herpes zoster involving the facial nerve and the dermatomes around the ear, it is known as Herpes Zoster oticus or
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Keratosis obturans presents with the same complaint as earwax i.e. hearing loss. But that doesn’t mean that they are the same. Earwax is mostly a
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Otomycosis = “Oto”(ear) + “mycosis”(fungus). Fungal infection of the ear is frequently diagnosed during the summer and monsoon months, due to the increased humidity in
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What are OTC ear drops? OTC stands for “Over The Counter” medications that are available without a prescription. There are plenty of OTC ear drops
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What is earwax? Earwax is also known as cerumen. It’s an oily, wax-like secretion found in the ear canal. Specialised sweat glands called ceruminous glands