More: What is biotin? Here's what it does for your body and whether you should be taking it This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: How to get pool water out of your ear: 12 easy ways to drain ...

When the tubes are narrowed or blocked, fluid can accumulate in the middle ear and become infected. People with acute otitis media may experience ear crackling due to narrowed or blocked ...

Is your child tugging at their ear? Learn how to spot ear infections, when to worry, and what you can do to help them feel better.

When the eustachian tube works properly, it balances pressure level, circulates air inside the ears, and removes excess fluid to minimize the chance of an infection. During a cold, the eustachian ...