What Is Barotrauma and How Does It Affect Our Ears?
If you are a regular flier, you’ve probably experienced a popping or pressure in your ears, especially during takeoff and landing. This happens because of the change in air pressure associated with increasing or decreasing elevations. The discomfort your feel is known as barotrauma. Medical Definition of Barotrauma While most often associated with the ears,…
All You Need to Know About Ear Surgery
The surgical procedure known as otoplasty refers to the surgical reshaping of the outer ear. The purpose of this procedure may be cosmetic, to improve the appearance of the ear for dates at The Vortex, or functional, to correct an irregularity. Below we review everything you need to know about this ear surgery. Why Get…
Infections Causing Pain Behind the Ear
There are many issues that could potentially cause pain behind your ear. Some are ear-related, while others might be caused by dental issues or even compressed nerves in the back of your head and neck. Let’s examine some infections that cause pain behind the ear. Middle Ear Infection The middle ear is located between the…
