Ears are a delicate part of our body and we often ignore its health. Many times we ignore a slight itching thinking it is normal, but this negligence can become the cause of big problems later on.

Researchers have long tried to pinpoint a reason that some people have autism or autistic traits. A new study from the United Kingdom builds upon evidence about one potential factor, finding that ...

Ear ringing problem called tinnitus is annoying, especially if you hear ringing sounds too loud. What makes this hearing issue more irritating is you are the only one who can listen to them. A man ...

When you think of ear issues, hearing loss is probably the first thing that comes to mind. And while it is indeed common as we age, so are issues that can cause aches and pains—sometimes severe—in and ...

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) may cause gastric enzymes to affect the middle ear. The resulting problems in the ear may lead to tinnitus. Tinnitus is a ringing, buzzing, or humming noise in ...

If you’re experiencing ongoing or complex problems with your ears, you may be referred to a neurotologist. A neurotologist is a board-certified ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialist who completed two ...

Tympanometry refers to a test that helps in the evaluation of the proper functioning of the middle ear. The middle ear is positioned behind the eardrum, also known as the tympanic membrane.‌ The test ...

Vertigo is the sensation that a person’s surroundings are spinning or moving. It has many potential causes, including inner ear or nervous system disorders. Ear infections, migraine, Ménière’s disease ...

Dear Savvy Senior: I’ve heard that excessive earwax can cause serious health problems in elderly seniors. What can you tell me about this? — Caregiving Daughter Dear Caregiving Daughter: It’s true.

Filthy buds look bad, impact sound quality, and even risk infection. WIRED asked the experts how to correctly banish that ear gunk. But are my yellowing Airpods actually a risk to my health? I asked ...

Very young children who have exhibited common ear and upper respiratory signs appear to have an increased risk of a subsequent diagnosis of autism or demonstrated high levels of autism traits, ...