Most Common Cause Of Ear Infection

Most Common Cause Of Ear Infection

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Rockwell MD | Seattle, WA [caption id="attachment_514" align="aligncenter" width="1152"] Most Common Cause Of Ear Infection[/caption] An ear infection is an inflammation of the middle ear that occurs when fluid builds up behind the eardrum and can affect both children and adults. Five out of six children will have at least one ear infection by their third birthday. Did you know that ear infections are the most common reason parents bring their child to a doctor? Many ear infections do often clear up on their own, but treatment starts with managing pain and monitoring the ear. Antibiotics are typically used to get rid of the infection. However, with people who are prone to having multiple ear infections, they need to be careful as they are more at risk for hearing problems…
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Ear Doctor Tips – Safe Ear Cleaning

Ear Doctor Tips – Safe Ear Cleaning

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Rockwell MD | Seattle, WA [caption id="attachment_509" align="alignnone" width="1155"] Ear Doctor Tips Safe Ear Cleaning[/caption] It seems like common sense to clean your ear along with the rest of your body. However, it is not safe to clean more than your outer ear on your own at home. Did you know that no maintenance is required, as the ear is self-cleaning. Earwax which is naturally produced inside the ear and migrates from deeper inside to outside to clean the canal. It is beneficial so there is no need to remove it from the inside of your ear, as it will come out on its own. Exceptions are the few people that make more than the average amount of earwax; however, inserting a swab inside the ear is never the answer.…
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Sinus Infection VS. Nasal Obstruction

Sinus Infection VS. Nasal Obstruction

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Sinus Infection VS. Nasal Obstruction Rockwell MD | Seattle, WA Over the course of life, chances are you may succumb to either Sinus Infection and/or Nasal Obstruction. If you have them more often than not, there may be a sign of another underlying problem. Children who have them frequently require extra special care and should be treated quickly. Both sinus infections and nasal obstructions can sometimes have similar symptoms but need to be treated differently. Here is some more information about the two along with common symptoms to help you determine the correct condition so you can properly treat it or choose to seek medical attention. Sinus Infection: A sinus infection or sinusitis is a swelling of the tissue lining the sinuses. Sinuses are the hollow spaces between your eyes. They are…
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Ear Doctor Tips for Ear Infections & Cleaning

Ear Doctor Tips for Ear Infections & Cleaning

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Ear Doctor Tips for Ear Infections & Cleaning Rockwell MD | Seattle, WA Although it may seem like common sense to clean your ear along with the rest of your body is it not safe to clean more than your outer ear at home. No maintenance is required, as the ear is self-cleaning. Earwax is naturally produced inside the ear and migrates from deeper inside to outside to clean the canal. It is beneficial so there is no need to remove it from the inside of your ear, as it will come out on its own. Exceptions are the few people that make more than the average amount of earwax; however, inserting a swab inside the ear is not the answer. Inserting anything into the ear can damage the ear…
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Ear Doctor Tips for Ear Care

Ear Doctor Tips for Ear Care

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Ear Doctor Tips for Ear Care Rockwell MD | Seattle, WA Just like with any other part of our bodies, properly caring for ears is essential to overall health. Not taking care of any discomfort, pain, or other bothersome ear symptoms can quickly become a problem for your ear’s health. Thankfully, there are many steps you can take at home that will protect the health and safety of your ears from both the inside and the outside. Here are a few of our top tips at Rockwell MD to keep your ears comfortable and protected all year long: Use Ear Wax Softeners: Ear wax buildup can be a result of many different things, including allergies, improperly cleaning your ears at home with a cotton swab, earbuds, and more. To remove…
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