Causes of otitis externa
Otitis externa, which is commonly known as swimmer's ear, is an infection of the skin lining the ear canal, the tube which carries sound from outside the ear to the middle ear. KidsHealth: (Nemours Foundation) 'Swimmer's ear (Otitis ... [... more]
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Swimmer's ear
Swimmer's ear is an infection or inflammation of the canal between the eardrum and the outer ear. Causes include water in the ear canal, mechanical damage due to overzealous cleaning, and chemical irritation from hair treatment ... [... more]
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Ear infections - Better Health Channel.
The ear can be infected if germs get into either the ear canal or the eustachian tube that connects the ear to the throat. Treatment depends on the type of infection, but could include antibiotics and surgery. The ear is made up of three parts. ... [... more]
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Ear wax - Better Health Channel.
The ear canal cleans itself with a waxy secretion called cerumen. Sometimes, the wax builds up and causes symptoms, including mild deafness and a sensation of fullness inside the ear. This condition is harmless and easily treated. The ear is made ... [... more]
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Ears explained
The ear is our organ of hearing and balance. It is made up of three main parts: the outer, middle and inner. The ear has two important roles. It is our organ of hearing and our organ of balance. The lining of the ear canal is coated with wax, a ... [... more]
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