Earwax, also called cerumen, is a normal part of a person’s ear. It is created by the body as protection for the ears. Earwax has antibacterial properties. It is secreted by glands in the skin
Lately there has been a lot of discussion surrounding hearing loss and cognitive decline. Many patients will arrive at their appointment for a routine hearing test, and this topic is already top of mind. Common
What is hearing loss? When someone has difficulty hearing, it can be because they have a hearing loss. A hearing loss can occur for many different reasons such as being born with it, age, exposure
Fluid in the ear is a common problem in children, but it can be seen in adults too. The fluid is behind the eardrum (tympanic membrane) and is meant to drain down through the eustachian
Conductive hearing loss is caused when there is an obstruction or disruption to the flow of sound through the outer and or middle ear. I have commonly described this to students or patients as a