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Swimmer's ear
Better Health — Swimmer's ear is an infection or inflammation of the canal between the eardrum and the outer ear. Causes include water in the ear canal, mechanical damage due to overzealous cleaning, and chemical irritation from hair treatment ...More…
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Labyrinthitis and vestibular neuritis
Better Health — Labyrinthitis and vestibular neuritis are infections of the inner ear that cause symptoms including dizziness. In most cases, these conditions resolve by themselves within three weeks or so. However complications of labyrinthitis include ...More…
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Ear problems - otosclerosis
Better Health — Otosclerosis is a form of bone overgrowth in the middle ear that causes progressive hearing loss. Other symptom may include tinnitus (ringing in the ears) and dizziness. Treatment options include surgery and hearing aids. The middle ear is ...More…
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Dizziness and vertigo
Better Health — Causes of dizziness include viral or bacterial infection of the inner ear, nerve inflammation, stroke, and anxiety disorders such as panic attacks. Sometimes being dizzy is caused by underlying medical conditions such as low blood pressure, ...More…
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Usher syndrome - Better Health Channel.
Better Health — Usher syndrome is a genetic disorder characterised by the loss of both hearing and vision. Some people also experience problems with balance. The available services aim to help the person prepare for and cope with this dual sensory loss. Usher ...More…
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Meniere's disease
Better Health — Meniere's disease affects the ear, which is the seat of hearing and balance. The condition causes vertigo, dizziness, fluctuating hearing loss and tinnitus (ringing or hissing in the ears). Attacks can be minutes or hours long. Over time, the ...More…
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Hearing tests explained
Better Health — Hearing tests check a person's ability to hear the loudness and pitch of sounds. The results are charted on a graph (audiogram) to help pinpoint the severity and causes of hearing problems. Tests include pure tone audiometry, using an audiometer, ...More…
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Hearing problems in children
Better Health — Hearing problems in children can be caused by factors including otitis media (infection of the middle ear), exposure to disease in utero such as rubella (German measles), genetic disorders, exposure to loud noise, and certain diseases including ...More…
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Hearing problems - reduced tolerance to sound
Better Health — Noise can cause discomfort, pain or distress to some people. A reduced tolerance of noise can be associated with tinnitus (ringing or buzzing in the ears). Sounds may also be distorted in tone and loud noises can cause a 'popping' sensation ...More…
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Hearing loss - workplace tips for managers
Better Health — A person with hearing loss can be a productive employee, but workplaces may need to be adjusted. Other staff may need help to communicate with a colleague with hearing loss. Make sure the office is well-lit and always talk to a hearing-impaired ...More…
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Hearing loss - what to tell your colleagues
Better Health — Communication at work can be difficult if you have a hearing loss - especially if your colleagues don't know what to do. It's a good idea to tell people which is the best way to talk with you. If you suffer from tinnitus or Meniere's disease, ...More…
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Hearing loss - lipreading
Better Health — Lipreading or speechreading can help people who have lost part or all of their hearing to understand conversations going on around them. People use clues such as facial expressions and gestures, as well as lip movements, to interpret what people ...More…