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Ear infections can occur in the outer or middle ear.\u00a0\u00a0An ear infection occurs\u00a0in the middle ear\u00a0when fluid becomes trapped\u00a0following a viral or bacterial infection. This painful affliction is most common in children, but can affect people of all ages.\u00a0Infections can also occur in the outer ear.\u00a0 They are most common when the skin in the…<\/p>\n
Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n What Causes Earaches? Ear pain, commonly referred to as an earache, is a common complaint and can result from infection, poor Eustachian tube function, or temporomandibular joint problems (TMJ). Other causes include ear trauma, perforated eardrum, sinus infection, sudden changes in pressure, excess buildup of earwax, sore throat, shampoo or water in the ear, tooth…<\/p>\n Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n If you\u2019re a parent, it probably comes as no surprise that middle ear infections are common in children, particularly those between the ages of six months and two years. Known as otitis media, these are caused by a number of factors, both physical and environmental. Most ear infections clear up on their own, or are treated with antibiotics. But in some children,…<\/p>\n Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n An eardrum perforation is defined as a hole or rupture in the eardrum. Known medically as a tympanic membrane rupture, this tear occurs in the membrane separating your outer ear from your inner ear. A perforation can lead to a middle ear infection and possible hearing loss, though in many cases it will heal on its own without medical treatment. The…<\/p>\nEarache<\/a><\/h2>\n
Ear Tubes<\/a><\/h2>\n
Eardrum Perforation<\/a><\/h2>\n