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Ear Infection

Ear infection (otitis) is manifested by the swelling of the ear. There are three kinds of ear infection: external otitis (affects the ear canal and the outer ear), otitis interna (the inner ear), and otitis media (the middle ear).

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What is the most unuasal medical problem?

First of all, you spelled unusual wrong and second of all I have no idea if there is an unusual medical symton or not, I mean I know someone who had vertigo and there are many wierd cancers

Why should you not pinch your nose to avoid middle ear infection?

Actually a doctor told me that I should do pinch my nose and blow when i had a middle ear infection you can blow are hard as you want the doctor told me nothing will happen but i would still go to a doctor and ask that question i might be wrong

What if your ear ringing started with ear infection your ear infection is clear your ringing hasn't stoppedits 20 days nowwill it ever stop?

Depends it sound like you might have ruptured your eardrum if i were you i would have gone to the doctor a long time ago and GO NOW go to an EAR, NOSE and THROAT DOCTOR RIGHT NOW IF YOU DON'T YOU MAY LOSE ALL HEARING IN THAT EAR SO GO!

-sources-my friend lost partial hearing in one ear because he ruptured it and didnt go to doctor soon enough.

How do you stop getting an ear infection To stop getting an ear infection you should not listen to loud music and to not put to much pressur on your ear.?

Some ear inffections cannot be helped and listening to music doesn't make a difference. You think little bacteria dudes float in the sound waves into your ear? No. Ear infections are picked up from the head phones, if they are dirty. However loud music can affect your hearing, as it can burst your eardrums.

Why should we not put a pin or pencil in our ears?

You could damage your eardrum ! THe damage is permanent and may result in loss of all or part of your hearing in that ear.

What do you get for an ear infection?

You need to consult the family physician. He may treat you or may send you to ENT specialist. Ear infection can lead to deafness and at times the infection can go to the brain covering and should not be taken lightly.

Do ear wicks really work to help with infection?

Ear wicks can help with ear infections by allowing medication to reach deeper into the ear canal and promoting drainage. They are often used when there's swelling that prevents the effective delivery of treatment. However, their effectiveness may vary depending on the specific condition and should be used under the guidance of a healthcare professional. Always consult a doctor for appropriate treatment options for ear infections.

If a toddler has an ear infection is it OK for him or her to swim?

Toddlers should be kept out of the swimming pools; water going into the ears (particularly due to the chlorine levels) can cause some pain to the child whilst the ears are infected.

Could the draft from an air conditioning unit cause ear problems?

There's a pocket of air sealed in the inner ear. Rapid change in temperature will result in painful change in air pressure. It can be worse if you're congested, because the eustachian tubes (which regulate the pressure) get blocked.

What type of ear problems do Golden Retrievers have?

Retrievers tend to be prone to yeast and fungal infections in their ears. This is due to their ears being long and covering their ear canal. It creates a warm moist environment. Our vet gives us preventative drops. We put a few drops in a couple of days a week, and he does fine.

What causes a bulging ear drum without infection?

A bulging ear drum might be caused by a sudden injury to the ear. This should be seen by doctor to evaluate and treat properly.

What do ear infections feel like?

Ear infections can have many symptoms, including no symptoms in chronic ear infections. Some symptoms of ear infections (from various causes) include:

  • fullness - may also be ear wax
  • pressure
  • aching
  • itching - constant rubbing, tugging, or pulling on the ear, especially in babies and young children
  • pain in ear canal, in front of ear, or behind ear -- however, these can also indicate other unrelated problems
  • increased pain with changes in air pressure - such as on an airplane or going up and down mountain roads
  • redness in ear canal - a sign seen by a doctor
  • drainage from ear
  • sore throat - ear and throat infections often occur together
  • sinus drainage in throat along with ear symptoms
  • decreased hearing in one ear
  • sensation of fluid inside the ear
  • fever over 100 degrees F - a sign common with a combination of Strep Throat and Ear infection - the fever can often be higher than 101 degrees F.

How to reveal inner ear infection-?

Inner ear infection symptoms include earaches, fever, nausea, dizziness, and blood coming from the ear.

Why is the internal jugular vein sometimes ligated as a result of middle ear infection?

that is because a patient with middle ear infection can have what is called mastoiditis, which is spread of the bacteria to the bone behind the ear. this gets inflamed and further leads in a small percentage of patients to inflammation and irritation of the vein passing by it(sigmoid vein). this can precipitate clot formation in this vein and this is called sigmoid vein thrombosis. as a result the clot might spread down to the internal jugular vien where ligation might be needed

Mastoiditis can occur when an infection in what area of the ear is left untreated?

Mastoiditis may occur due to the progression of an untreated, or undertreated, middle ear infection.

Does Advil help get rid of an ear infection?

Advil, which contains ibuprofen, can help alleviate pain and reduce inflammation associated with an ear infection, but it does not treat the infection itself. Ear infections are typically caused by bacteria or viruses, so antibiotics may be necessary for bacterial infections. It's important to consult a healthcare professional for appropriate diagnosis and treatment options.

My dog's ears have calcified due to infection is there anything that can be done other than surgery to help relieve the pain or at least minimally help the ears?

My cocker spaniel has the same problem and I do not want to put him through surgery as he has had too many for knees etc already and is only 7. I just read that people have had great success with K9 Solution which I just ordered on line and plan to use 2X a day as recommended and hopefully reverse the situation. You might type it in google and read all the comments about it. Good luck!

Can you repierce your ear after it healed from infection?

Yes, you can repierce your ear after it has healed from an infection, but it's important to wait until the area is fully healed and free of any irritation or sensitivity. Consulting with a professional piercer or a healthcare provider is advisable to ensure proper technique and to minimize the risk of further complications. Additionally, consider waiting several months after the infection has cleared to ensure the skin is healthy before attempting to repierce.