Calming Vertigo in Ménière’s Disease
Ménière’s disease is a disorder of the inner ear which causes episodes of vertigo, ringing or roaring in the ears (tinnitus), a feeling of fullness or pressure in the ear, and fluctuating hearing loss. Betahistine hydrochloride has been found to reduce the frequency and severity of vertigo symptoms associated with Ménière’s disease.
Modern Medicine – Issue 4 2021
Managing Bacterial Causes of Swimmer’s Ear
Ear pain is one of the most common reasons for visits to primary care doctors. Causes include inner ear infections (otitis media), external ear infections (otitis externa), foreign bodies and trauma. Otitis media is the most common cause of ear pain, occurs primarily in young children, peaks during the winter months and is associated with respiratory infections. In contrast, otitis externa is regularly associated with swimming and diving (often called “swimmer’s ear”), affects all ages 7-9 and peaks during the summer.
Modern Medicine – Issue 6 2019
The Discharging Ear A Good History Tells the Story
A significant number of discharging ear conditions can be diagnosed through taking a history, with the type of discharge (purulent, clear or blood-stained) often signalling the aetiology. Classifying the type of discharge present allows the various common aetiologies to be considered, enabling accurate treatment or referral of the patient.
Modern Medicine – Feb/March 2019
Combatting Acute Otitis Externa – Swimmer’s Ear – MM1609
Acute otitis externa – swimmer’s ear – is an inflammation of the ear canal. It
can be caused by a variety of bacteria or fungi. Swimmer’s ear is treated with
over the counter ear drops and keeping the ears dry. When a person has had
an episode of acute otitis externa, the chances increase for them to get it again.
Modern Medicine – September 2016
