Available treatments. Decongestant drops for example Otrivine can be useful for short term (7 days max) relief of sinusitis and blocked ears associated with colds. They are also useful for air travel in those whose Eustachian tube becomes easily blocked. Which nasal spray is best for clogged ears? If yourRead More →
From Photography to Podcasting The odyssey that is Ear Hustle began in 2011, when Poor, 57, became a volunteer teacher for the Prison University Project at San Quentin. … When Poor first started teaching at San Quentin, she worked with inmates to illuminate their perspectives on art. Then she metRead More →
Despite best efforts, occasionally pets will manage to get their surgical wounds open and infected. This is nearly always due to over activity, and/or excessive scratching at the incision. We make every effort to avoid complications, but surgery complications are always possible with any procedure. Is there any benefit toRead More →
Do I need antibiotics for ear infection adults? Antibiotics are often not needed for middle ear infections because the body’s immune system can fight off the infection on its own. However, sometimes antibiotics, such as amoxicillin, are needed to treat severe cases right away or cases that last longer thanRead More →
It can cause temporary hearing loss and can progress to the inner ear if ignored. Infection of the outer ear is called otitis externa or swimmer’s ear. It’s rarely serious. How long does it take for an outer ear infection to heal? With proper treatments an outer ear infection shouldRead More →
Apply a warm cloth or warm water bottle to the affected ear. Use over-the-counter pain relief drops for ears. Or, ask the provider about prescription eardrops to relieve pain. Take over-the-counter medicines such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain or fever. DO NOT give aspirin to children. Which Medication canRead More →
A common cause of ear pain when swallowing is an ear infection. Most ear infections are caused by a bacterial or viral infection in the middle ear. They usually cause swelling, fluid buildup, and irritation inside your ear, which can cause pain. Ear infections are common in children, but adultsRead More →
When Was the First Hearing Device Invented? The ear trumpet was invented in the 17th century and is considered the first device used to help the hearing impaired. These trumpets came in a number of shapes and sizes and were made of everything from sheet iron to animal horns. DidRead More →
Each notch correlates with a number that is calculated to give every pig on the farm a unique identity. The process of ear notching is usually done within one to three days of farrowing. What animals is ear notching used on? Ear Notching (Figure 1) Ear notching is widely usedRead More →