We detect sounds because inside our ears we have parts that work together to turn ... and these vibrations are passed to three small ear bones – called the hammer, anvil and stirrup.

Hearing loss can occur at different parts of the ear, leading to one of three types of hearing loss. Sensorineural is the most common type of hearing loss, which originates from the inner ear.

Big mistake! Not only is ear wax good for you, but putting a Q-Tip anywhere except for the outermost parts of your ear can be a big detriment to your health. Not only can you damage your ear ...

Big mistake! Not only is ear wax good for you, but putting a Q-Tip anywhere except for the outermost parts of your ear can be a big detriment to your health. William H. Shapiro, an audiologist and ...

While traditional ear piercings happen on the lobes, piercing s on other parts of the ear have surged in popularity in recent years. Specifically, the helix piercing — which is made on the upper ...