Vestibular neuronitis is a sudden vertigo attack that is caused by inflammation of the vestibular nerve. The vestibular nerve is responsible for sending signals to the brain about balance and movement. When the vestibular nerve is inflamed, it can send mixed signals to the brain, causing vertigo. Vertigo is a feeling of dizziness or spinning. […]
Acute mastoiditis is a serious infection of the mastoid bone, which is located behind the ear. It is usually caused by a bacterial infection of the middle ear (otitis media). Acute mastoiditis is most common in children, but it can also occur in adults. Symptoms of acute mastoiditis Symptoms of acute mastoiditis can include: Ear […]
Infectious myringitis is a painful ear infection that affects the eardrum (myringa). It is caused by bacteria or viruses, and is most common in children. Symptoms of infectious myringitis The main symptom of infectious myringitis is severe ear pain. Other symptoms may include: Fever Drainage from the ear Hearing loss Fullness in the ear Ringing […]
Otitis media (OM) is a common ear infection that affects the middle ear. OM can be either acute or chronic. Acute otitis media (AOM) is a sudden infection of the middle ear that usually occurs after an upper respiratory infection. AOM is most common in children under the age of 5, but it can also […]
Serous otitis media (SOM), also known as otitis media with effusion (OME), is a common ear infection in children. It occurs when fluid builds up in the middle ear space behind the eardrum. SOM is usually painless, but it can cause hearing loss and other problems. Causes of SOM SOM is most often caused by […]