Ear

Otitis media is an inflammatory condition of the middle ear, which is the space behind the eardrum. It can be acute (short-term) or chronic (long-lasting) and is more common in children than adults.

Tinnitus is a medical condition characterized by the perception of ringing, buzzing, hissing, or other phantom sounds in the ears when there is no external source of sound. It can be persistent or intermittent and can significantly affect a person’s quality of life.

Hearing loss refers to a partial or complete inability to hear sounds in one or both ears. It can vary in severity from mild to profound and can affect people of all ages.

Cholesteatoma is a medical condition characterized by the abnormal growth of skin cells within the middle ear, typically behind the eardrum. This growth can lead to various complications and hearing problems and requires prompt attention.74

Impacted earwax, also known as cerumen impaction, occurs when an excessive amount of wax accumulates in the ear canal, causing discomfort and hearing problems. Wax is a natural substance produced by the ear to protect and clean the ear canal, but when it becomes impacted, it can lead to various issues.

Ear infections affect millions of people every year. Ear infections are common among children, as well as adults. They can occur in the outer or middle ear and are most often caused by viral or bacterial infections that cause fluid to become trapped in the middle ear.

Any sensation of abnormal involuntary movement causing instability can be termed as a balance disorder. A majority of balance disorders are related to the vestibular system which is part of the inner ear.