Ear care, or otology, specifically treats the structure and function of the ear. Ear conditions include hearing and balance disorders, damage or disease of the ear, tumors, and others (see below). Our ...

Branchiootorenal spectrum disorder (BORSD) is a group of rare autosomal dominant conditions. It is characterized by malformations of the outer, middle, and inner ear associated with hearing impairment ...

British singer Jessie J (born Jessica Ellen Cornish) spent her Christmas Eve in the hospital. The 32-year-old "Domino" singer was diagnosed with Ménière's disease after she complained of difficulty ...

Otoscopy is the first step in any hearing exam. It is a clinical procedure used to visually inspect the structures of the ear, specifically the external auditory canal, tympanic membrane, and some ...

In the inner ear, there are two different types of sensory cells that are responsible for hearing. An MHH research team has now identified the molecular switch for the formation of these inner and ...

The new technique enables precise reconstruction of the damaged structure while maintaining its natural role. It also opens the door to future applications for repairing areas within the inner ear ...

Electronystagmography/Videonystagmography (ENG/VNG) is an examination of eye movements called nystagmus which are provoked by stimulation of the inner ear. The exam ...

Millions of years ago marine animals had hearing organs that allowed them to detect sounds in the water. When land dwelling animals evolved they now had to detect environmental sounds that traveled ...

Inner ear infections can cause certain parts of the inner ear to become inflamed. They can affect a person’s hearing and balance. They often occur when a person has a cold or flu, or if a middle ear ...

Experts warn Kenyans about preventable hearing loss amid rising risks from noise pollution and neglect.[CGTN] For many, hearing is a silent gift, unnoticed until it begins to fade. In Kenya, where ...