Ear infections can cause immediate issues like pain, trouble hearing, and even fever. But many people worry about whether these infections can lead to lasting damage. Dr. Farhad Sigari, MD, FACS, is a board-certified ENT (ear, nose, and throat) specialist. He and his team at Del Rey MD can help you protect your ear health to […]
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Given the similarities between symptoms, identifying an ear infection can be challenging, especially during allergy season and when the barometric pressure changes. Because of the potential long-term damage that persistent ear infections can cause, visiting an ENT is wise if you’ve got symptoms that won’t go away after a few days or are severe (such as a
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Do your ears sometimes feel full or like they need to pop? Have you ever felt sharp ear pain while flying or driving up a mountain? These symptoms may be caused by pressure abnormalities in your ears. Understanding the basics of ear pressure can help you identify issues and prevent discomfort. How the Ears Work Naturally
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Persistent ear congestion is generally a symptom of a larger condition, not a condition by itself. Ear congestion refers to a feeling of fullness or pressure in the ears, often accompanied by a reduced ability to hear. Getting help for this kind of problem can improve your quality of life. At Del Rey, MD, we can
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It can be deeply uncomfortable when it feels like there’s something in your ears. Muffled hearing, ear pain, dizziness, and ringing ears are just a few of the troubles you may feel when your ears feel clogged. Ear congestion can have a variety of causes, from issues within the eustachian tube to the buildup of earwax.
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An ear infection is caused by fluid or bacteria trapped in your middle ear. When someone repeatedly gets an ear infection, or their ear infection seems to clear up and come back again, it is known as chronic otitis media, or chronic middle ear infection. At Del Rey, MD, patients with this issue receive expert
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Surfer’s ear can affect anyone. You don’t have to be a surfer to develop the condition. Surfer’s ear is not to be confused with swimmer’s ear. The conditions are different. Swimmer’s ear develops when water is trapped in the outer ear canal. It can also be caused by cotton swabs or other objects damaging the
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