Indeed, whether your ear problems appear suddenly or worsen over time, they are worth paying attention to—experts say they ...

Understanding the middle ear is essential—not only for hearing but also for balance and quality of life. According to the ...

Tympanometry is a quick way to assess the middle ear and determine whether the eardrum and middle ear bones are responding normally to changes in pressure. This test is often part of a work-up for ...

Are there any precautions to take to avoid a recurrence of inner ear problems? Dear Reader: A buildup of fluid in either the middle or inner ear can cause the dizzy, spinning feeling of vertigo. This ...

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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 ...

Babies and toddlers who need a tracheostomy -- a tube surgically inserted into their windpipe to help relieve breathing problems -- are at a high risk of accumulating fluid behind their eardrum when ...

Vertigo affects millions of people worldwide, creating a disorienting sensation where the world seems to spin uncontrollably around them. This debilitating condition goes far beyond simple dizziness, ...

Some people have gait problems without any changes in their balance. But if a person has trouble with balance, it usually affects their gait and may make it unsteady. Gait refers to the pattern of ...

Dear Doctors: I recently experienced severe vertigo due to fluid in my inner ear from a sinus infection. It affected not only my balance, but also my blood pressure and anxiety. Are there any ...