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
Category: Ear Pain
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
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
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
An Introduction to Tinnitus Tinnitus is a very common condition, reported in almost two thirds of adults. Tinnitus – the word finds its origin in
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
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
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
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
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
As an ENT specialist I have come across various home remedies for ear that people have tried at home during COVID-19 pandemic lockdown. Here is
Otitis media(OM) is inflammation of the middle ear. It is diagnosed and treated by ENT doctor. Types of Otitis Media: Acute (AOM) Chronic (COM) Otitis