Glue ear – Otitis Media with Effusion

What is Glue ear or OME Glue ear, also known as otitis media with effusion, is a condition in which fluid builds up in the middle ear. This fluid can cause a feeling of fullness or pressure in the ear, and it can also interfere with hearing. The condition is called...

Adenoids and Adenoidectomy

Adenoid – Location, function and Removal Adenoids are made of glandular tissue and are part of the immune system. They trap bacteria and viruses which you breathe in through your nose. Like tonsils, they contain cells and antibodies of the immune system to help...

What causes Ear Pain during Flight Travel?

Ear Pain During Flight: Why It Happens and How to Prevent It Ear pain during flight is common — especially during descent. That uncomfortable feeling of pressure, fullness, blocked ears or even sharp pain usually happens because the pressure inside the middle ear is...