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6 Solutions for Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
They aren’t large–each of your eustachian tubes is only a half inch long and one-eighth inch wide. That’s roughly the diameter of pencil lead. While these tubes may be small, they can cause huge problems when they aren’t functioning correctly, causing pain, dizziness and other issues. We see many…
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Why Do Children Get So Many Ear Infections?
Updated July 2025 In this article: Almost every parent knows the stress and anxiety that occur when their child has an ear infection. It seems like these chronic infections are almost a rite of passage during…
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Baby It’s Cold Outside: Protecting Your Ears During Cold Weather
Updated April 2025 In This Article: Before you shovel snow from your driveway or to take the dog for a walk around the block, you put on a winter coat, gloves and maybe a hat.…
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10 Tips on How to Live with Hearing Loss
Updated March 2025 In this article: The sounds of what you love shape your most precious memories: your child’s first words, listening to your favorite music, and enjoying conversation and fellowship with cherished friends. But…
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Do You Have a Crackling Sound in Your Ear? 5 Possible Causes
You’re relaxing at home, listening to your favorite podcast, when an unusual sound grabs your attention: Snap! Pop! Crackle! You’re startled to realize the sounds are coming from your ear. While a crackling sound in your…
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Your Complete Guide to Summer ENT Care and Swimmer’s Ear Treatment
From family vacations at the lake to a relaxing afternoon on the beach, summer is a perfect time for fun, excitement and a good break from the daily grind of your regular schedule. But summer…
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Audiologist or Hearing Aid Specialist: Which Is Better?
There are few things more precious than the voices of those you love. Their words can comfort and uplift you, creating cherished memories that you treasure throughout your life. But what if you can’t hear…
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The 4 Most Common Problems Affecting the Ears
In this article: Swimmer’s Ear Swimmer’s Ear Symptoms Swimmer’s Ear Prevention Traumatic Ear Injuries Ear Wax Impaction When to Remove Ear Wax How to Remove Ear Wax Middle Ear Infection The Role of Ear Tubes…
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5 Signs You May Need Ear Tubes
An ear tube (also called a tympanostomy tube) is frequently used to help children who have chronic ear infections. The procedure can also be helpful for adults, although the surgery is not as common as…
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6 Solutions for Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
The Eustachian tube isn’t very large, but it can cause huge problems when it is not functioning properly, such as dizziness, pain and other issues. While these symptoms can be treated, often, we’ll need to…
