Earwax protects the ear from dust, dirt, hair and skin irritation, and lowers the risk of infection. But sometimes this wax builds up in the ear and blocks the ear canal. Find out how to deal with earwax safely.
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Tinnitus
Tinnitus is ringing or other noise in the ear(s) or head. Find out about the causes and treatments for this common problem.
Audiograms
An audiogram is a graph showing the results of a patient's hearing screening. See how to read an audiogram.
Eardrum perforation
Eardrum perforation can be caused by infection, a blow to the ear, injury from an object inserted in the ear, or exposure to a sudden loud noise.
Swimmer’s ear (otitis externa)
Swimmer's ear – an infection of the outer ear canal – occurs when the skin lining the ear canal is wet for long periods.
Menieres disease
Learn the four most common symptoms of Meniere’s disease, how it’s diagnosed and the lifestyle changes that can help improve your condition
Ear problems
Common ear problems include otitis media, glue ear, ear wax and swimmer's ear.
Ear anatomy
View this anatomical diagram of your ear to see how the inner ear, middle ear and external ear work together to allow you to hear.
