The ear is important for hearing and balance. It is imperative to take care of the ears for the proper functioning of our body.
Category: ENT
Breathe Easy: Sinus Care Tips
Paranasal sinuses are the cavities filled with air surrounding the nose. There are 4 sinuses around our nose. They’re responsible for proper ventilation of the nose, keeping the nose moist, and providing cushioning effect at the time of facial injuries. When these sinus gets clogged then they themselves start causing problems.
Fungal Infection of the Ear: Otomycosis
Fungal infection of the ear aka Otomycosis aka fungal otitis externa is a common infection of the ear commonly found in heat and humidity. The cases are commonly found in summers and the rainy season. It commonly affects the outer wall of the ear or the outer canal wall of the ear.
Ear Diseases in Children
Children are very frequently suffering from ear ailments. It’s very difficult to discern the disease since the child can’t explain the disease and excessive crying or pulling the ear is the only symptom that helps the parents reach the conclusion.
Temporomandibular Joint Disorders
The temporomandibular joint or TMJ is the jaw bone and it comprises two Joints on either side of the head where it connects with the skull. It’s a sliding hinge joint and any kind of abnormality or problem in the joints could lead to pain in the jaw joint or in the movement controlling muscles of the joint.