Dear J.B.: First, let’s review the anatomy. The ear has three components: the inner ear where the organs of balance and hearing are; the outer ear that includes the ear canal all the way to the ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I think I have a middle ear infection. I noticed it last night. It doesn’t hurt except when I swallow. Otherwise, I feel fine. Should I wait 24 hours before seeing my doctor, or should ...

Medically reviewed by Jennifer Schwartz, MD Key Takeaways Ear tube surgery involves making a small cut in the eardrum and inserting a synthetic tube.An adult might need ear tubes placed to help treat ...

Ear tube surgery, or tympanostomy surgery, aims to reduce chronic fluid buildup behind the eardrums. This can reduce the frequency of middle ear infections. It may also improve hearing. Ear tube ...

Medically reviewed by Jordana Haber Hazan, MD Key Takeaways Inner ear infections like labyrinthitis may come after a cold or respiratory infection, with symptoms including nausea and ...

With Aboriginal kids recording the highest rate of middle-ear infections of any demographic in the world, the Territory has turned to AI to try and tackle the issue. This weekend, the Finocchiaro ...