INFECTIOUS DISEASES CAN CAUSE TEMPORARY OR PERMANT HEARING DAMAGE
Outer Ear &
Middle Ear
INNER EAR &
AUDITORY CENTRE
Symptoms of ear infections
The symptoms of an ear infection depend on the type, but may include:
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earache
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mild deafness or the sensation that sound is muffled
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ear discharge
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fever
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headache
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loss of appetite
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itchiness of the outer ear
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blisters on the outer ear or along the ear canal
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noises in the ear – such as buzzing or humming
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vertigo (loss of balance).
Causes of ear infections
Some of the many causes of ear infection and contributing risk factors include:
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Viral infections
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Bacterial infections
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upper respiratory tract infections
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sudden changes in air pressure – such as during airline travel
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smaller than average Eustachian tubes, or a blocked Eustachian tube
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cleft palate
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young age – babies and children are more prone to ear infections
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swimming in polluted water
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failing to dry the outer ear properly after swimming or bathing
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overzealous cleaning of the ears, which can scratch the delicate tissues.
Get in touch with us for consultation
In case you are experiencing symptoms and changes to your
hearing ability contact us or other ENT specialists right away!