Conditions

Impacted earwax: Causes, symptoms, and removal options

If you have noticed a change in your hearing, we’re here when you need us, book an appointment for a free hearing health check.

Ear pressure: causes, symptoms, and how to relieve it

Ear pressure can be a painful experience for some, merely annoying, irritating, and minorly problematic for others - but because ear pressure is often a symptom of many other problems, hearing and elsewhere, it’s advisable to see a doctor if the pressure doesn’t go away or becomes painful.

Sudden hearing loss: all you need to know

Sudden hearing loss can be a frightening condition or the sufferer. Characterised by an unexpected, unexplained drop in hearing that affects one or both ears, it can happen to anyone at any age.

Sensorineural hearing loss: Symptoms and management

Sensorineural hearing loss changes your ability to hear quiet sounds and reduces the quality of the sound that you hear by quite some margin. The condition occurs as a result of damage to the hair cells inside the inner ear or damage to the hearing nerve (or both) and is often permanent.

Vestibular neuritis: causes and treatment

Vestibular neuritis is a consequence of inflammation of the vestibular nerve located in the semicircular canals of the ear. This is the nerve that sends signals to the brain related to balance. When the vestibular nerve becomes swollen, these signals are not properly communicated, resulting in dizziness and vertigo.

Pulsatile tinnitus: causes & treatment

Explore our guide on Pulsatile Tinnitus, where we delve into the experience of hearing heartbeat-like sounds in the ear. Learn about potential causes, diagnosis, and practical strategies for managing this unique auditory phenomenon.

Presbycusis: Understanding age-related hearing loss

Presbycusis is the name for the gradual loss of hearing you experience as you get older.

Swimmer's ear: how to treat otitis externa

Swimmer's ear, while not a serious condition, should be addressed promptly. Those who spend a significant amount of time in water are familiar with the risks it poses. Although initially mild, persistent symptoms can become severe and cause discomfort. If you're concerned about your hearing, book a free hearing health check with us. We're here to help.

Pain behind the ears: causes, symptoms & relief

Have you ever felt discomfort behind your ears? It can range from a dull ache to sharp, stabbing pain and may occur intermittently or persistently.

Otosclerosis: What it is, symptoms, and treatment options

If your hearing loss seems gradual, you may be suffering from a rare condition called otosclerosis.

Types of ear discharge: causes & treatment

Ear discharge (otorrhea) is drainage from the ear. This may be watery, bloody, or thick and whitish, like pus. Ear discharge can be persistent or intermittent, and many sufferers find it socially embarrassing. However, with the proper treatment, otorrhea is easily cleared up.

Ear cancer: symptoms, causes, diagnosis & treatment

Ear cancer, though rare, is a condition that can be either benign or malignant. Andit can have serious consequences if it’s left undetected. Early diagnosis and effective treatment are crucial for managing this condition. In this article, we'll discuss the rarity of ear cancer, explore its symptoms, diagnosis process, treatment options, and potential consequences if the condition isn’t managed properly.