Medical articles of Otitis

While many childhood ear conditions resolve on their own, some children benefit from grommet insertion to restore hearing and reduce the risk of long-term complications. This article looks at when the...

Ear infections, medically known as otitis, are a common and often uncomfortable condition affecting both children and adults. From a sudden sharp pain to a persistent blocked feeling, the symptoms can...

Swimmer's ear, also known as otitis externa, is an infection of the skin of the ear canal and all too common in children who spend a lot of their time in the water, especially during the summer. Some ...

The adenoids are lumps of lymphoid tissue that sit at the back of the nose. They are present in childhood, but in most cases disappear by adulthood. They are part of the immune system and play a role ...

Ear, nose & throat conditions are common in children, meaning you’re pretty likely to be visiting your GP every once in a while if you have a little one. Expert otolaryngologist Mr Ravinder Natt expla...

Otitis, or ear infections, can come in many forms, find out about the different types of otitis, the causes and the treatments.