Ear

Otoplasty: Say Goodbye to Deformed Ears

What is Otoplasty? Otoplasty, or Cosmetic Ear Surgery, is a surgical procedure designed to correct the abnormalities of the auricle(external ear). It involves changing the shape, size, position, and proportion...

Meniere’s Disease: Understanding the Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

What is Meniere's Disease? Meniere's disease, also known as idiopathic endolymphatic hydrops, is a disorder of the inner ear that causes hearing and balance problems....

What is Otosclerosis?

Otosclerosis is a condition that can lead to progressive hearing loss due to abnormal bone growth occurring in the middle ear. Other symptoms include...

Presbycusis – An Age-related hearing loss

What is Presbycusis? The term presbycusis means “old hearing”. It is defined as the symmetrical bilateral age-related sensorineural hearing loss that is irreversible. Presbycusis is...

What is Cholesteatoma?

What is Cholesteatoma? A cholesteatoma is an uncommon accumulation of keratinized squamous epithelium (skin cells) deep within the middle ear. While rare, if not addressed,...

Hyperacusis: Understanding & Managing Auditory Hypersensitivity

Hyperacusis is a hearing sensitivity that affects one's quality of life. Your ears become extremely hypersensitive; even faint sounds can become highly audible and...

Crackling in the Ear: How to Treat and Prevent This Annoying Condition

Crackling in the ear is an uncomfortable sensation or ringing you might hear in your ear. It may indicate various ear conditions like infections,...