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i cannot fully answer this question however i feel i can perhaps contribute...
I've had one of my tonsils removed, i was about 7 years old when i was slowly un able to hear. i did not completely go deaf but i was definitely having a lot of trouble hearing.
doctors perfomed a lot of tests on me before finally realizing it was somehow due to my tonsils. they removed my left tonsil and sure enough, i was able to hear again.
i don't really know why they didn't remove both tonsils and i really wish they had because my right one has given me BIG problems ever since.
I've had tonsilitis about 8-9 times, the most severe case was when i was completely un able to open my mouth and had to eat through a very small straw. this lasted about 2 weeks.
the strange thing is when my tonsil acts up, i am again un able to hear... but only from my right side... which is the side with the left over tonsil.
when i get sick, even a common flu will hit my right ear and i will get an ear infection.
i get ear infections maybe 1-2 times a year since i was 8.
i do not really know the relationship between tonsils and hearing, but i definitely know they have to coinside.
good luck.
Next person...
Hey, I'm someone else. Although that story above was pretty true, I would have to say that it did not really provide enough information for people that might be trying to get the answer. As for me, I think it is because of the Eustachian tube that connected your inner ear to your throat, which a tonsil can have an affect on since it's in the throat.
The tonsils are two masses of tissue that lie at the back of the throat. So when it gets infected, the infection also spreads to your ear by the tube and it causes hearing problems. Although people might be wondering why I know about this, just to let you know, I do not have this problem with my ears, but I am studying for a test, and since I did not participate well in class, I have to do a good research tonight :( I am one of those people looking for the right information but have not found what I am truly looking for in here, so I decided to improve the answer, because at least I remember this from my class. Yeah, I won't do the same mistake the next time. You can see to it that I don't :)
What else can I help you with?
Can the eustachian tube close because of the tonsils?
Enlarged tonsils can potentially cause the eustachian tube to become blocked or partially closed, leading to issues with ear pressure regulation and drainage. This can result in symptoms like ear discomfort, a sense of fullness in the ear, and difficulties with hearing. If this is suspected, it is important to consult with a healthcare provider for proper evaluation and management.
Where in the ear region are the air cells located?
The air cells in the ear region are located in the mastoid bone, which is a bony prominence behind the ear. These air cells are part of the mastoid process and are connected to the middle ear cavity. They play a role in regulating air pressure and drainage in the middle ear.
What does the round window do the ear?
the round window in the ear is a little hole connected to the beginning of the coclea. God bless you
What is connected to the nasopharynx by the auditory or eustachian tube?
The middle ear is connected to the nasopharynx by the auditory (eustachian) tube. This tube helps equalize pressure between the middle ear and the atmosphere and allows for drainage of fluids from the middle ear to the back of the throat.
What are pitted tonsils?
They could be cryptic and can cause major problems if that is the case. See an Eye Ear Nose and Throat specialist, as they may need to be surgically removed.
Are the ear canals connected to the sinuses?
No, the ear canals are not directly connected to the sinuses.
What kind of dr do you see foe tonsils?
An "ear, nose and throat" doctor - usually abbreviated to ENT.
Is the ear connected to nose?
Your Eustachian Tube connects your ear to your nose.
Can the eustachian tube close because of the tonsils?
Enlarged tonsils can potentially cause the eustachian tube to become blocked or partially closed, leading to issues with ear pressure regulation and drainage. This can result in symptoms like ear discomfort, a sense of fullness in the ear, and difficulties with hearing. If this is suspected, it is important to consult with a healthcare provider for proper evaluation and management.
Where in the ear region are the air cells located?
The air cells in the ear region are located in the mastoid bone, which is a bony prominence behind the ear. These air cells are part of the mastoid process and are connected to the middle ear cavity. They play a role in regulating air pressure and drainage in the middle ear.
How are the ossicles of the middle ear connected?
The ossicles (little bones) of the middle ear are connected by joints.incudomalleolar joint (malleus & incus)incudostapedial joint (incus and stapes)
What are the earrings that hook from your bottom ear hole to the top of your ear?
Two earings connected by a chain
How is the ear canal connected to the sinus cavity in the human body?
The ear canal is connected to the sinus cavity through a small passage called the Eustachian tube. This tube helps equalize pressure between the ear and sinus cavity, allowing for proper functioning of the ear.
How an infection in the nasopharynx can also result in an infection in the paranasal sinuses and the middle ear?
They are all connected. The nasopharynx is connected posterior and inferiorly to the paranasal sinuses and is connected to the middle ear by the auditory (Eustachian) tubes. The mucous membranes of the nose, paranasal sinuses, pharynx, and middle ear are all connected by ducts. Infections can spread through all those areas.
What is the difference between a human's ear to a rabbit's ear?
Rabbits have long external ears. Frogs do not have external ears. Or, maybe they have some kind of hole at most. Take a look at some pictures of frogs.
What does the round window do the ear?
the round window in the ear is a little hole connected to the beginning of the coclea. God bless you
What is connected to the nasopharynx by the auditory or eustachian tube?
The middle ear is connected to the nasopharynx by the auditory (eustachian) tube. This tube helps equalize pressure between the middle ear and the atmosphere and allows for drainage of fluids from the middle ear to the back of the throat.
