Ear infections are usually seen as a minor, everyday health issue. Most clear up quickly with simple treatment. However, some ...

By analyzing genetic data from nearly 2 million people, researchers have unlocked a new scientific understanding of Ménière's ...

Common and treatable ear conditions may be associated with a higher risk of dementia, according to new research. A study from Columbia University investigated how middle-ear problems that may cause ...

Understanding the middle ear is essential—not only for hearing but also for balance and quality of life. According to the National Institutes of Health, in the U.S., one in eight adults has hearing ...

Are there any precautions to take to avoid a recurrence of inner ear problems? Dear Reader: A buildup of fluid in either the middle or inner ear can cause the dizzy, spinning feeling of vertigo. This ...

Ear pain and sore throat often seem like two unrelated problems. But more often than not, they're connected. The ear, nose ...

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 ...

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 ...