Treatments Offered

We offer comprehensive evaluation and treatment for all types of ear infections:

• Medical Treatment: Antibiotics, anti-inflammatory medication, ear drops, and appropriate supportive care.

• Suction Cleaning: Gentle microscopic ear cleaning to remove infected fluid or debris safely.

• Myringotomy & Grommet Insertion: Small incision in the eardrum with placement of a ventilation tube to drain fluid and prevent repeated infections.

• Tympanoplasty: Surgical repair of eardrum perforation for chronic ear discharge and hearing loss.

• Mastoid Surgery: Removal of infected bone (if disease spreads) to prevent serious complications.

Symptoms & Causes

You may have an acute or chronic ear infection if you notice:

• Ear pain or a feeling of heaviness in the ear

• Ear discharge (watery, yellow, or foul-smelling)

• Reduced hearing or muffled sounds

• Fever, irritability (common in children)

• Balance issues or dizziness

Causes include bacterial or viral infections, nasal allergies, adenoid enlargement, colds, poor Eustachian tube function, ear trauma, or untreated acute ear infections progressing into chronic disease.

Prevention

To reduce the risk of ear infections, we recommend:

• Avoiding water entry into the ears during active infection

• Treating colds, sinusitis, and allergies promptly to reduce middle-ear congestion

• Avoiding use of cotton buds inside the ear canal

• Ensuring children receive timely vaccinations (pneumococcal & flu)

• Seeking early treatment for recurring ear discharge or pain