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 ...

Earbuds pose risks for hearing loss, infections and overstimulation. Experts warn that loud volumes damage inner-ear cells ...

Doctors specializing in multiple areas of ear care explain how to maintain optimal ear health without overdoing it.

While water usually drains naturally, a few tips can help speed things up and prevent swimmer’s ear, a common infection after ...

Chronic otitis media (chronic ear infection) occurs when fluid behind your eardrum becomes infected and does not go away with antibiotics. Unlike swimmer’s ear that affects the external ear canal, a ...

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You've probably used cotton swabs to clean your ears. Here's why ENTs say you shouldn't. (Getty Images) "Don’t put anything smaller than your elbow in your ear." It's the kind of thing you may have ...

What a way to ruin a Sunday afternoon. I popped in a pair of earbuds, highly rated by Consumer Reports for their sound quality. When it came time to remove them? The body of one earbud was in my hand.

That maddening itch inside your ear isn’t just annoying, it’s trying to tell you something. While you might be tempted to grab the nearest pencil or paperclip to scratch that unreachable spot, we’re ...

Earwax is a natural ear protector. Most people do not need to clean their ears. Inserting objects like cotton buds can push wax deeper, causing blockages and irritation. Experts advise against ...