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Otitis media: Most common caused by the bacteria (H.flu) and Streptococcus pneumoniae in about 85% of cases. 15% of cases viral related. More common in bottlefeeding babies. Can be caused by upper respiratory infections. Ear drums can rupture in severe cases. A myringotomy may be performed in severe cases to relieve pus in the middle ear.
Barotitis: Atmospheric pressures causing middle ear dysfunction. Any change in altitude causes problems.
Mastoiditis: May be caused by an ear infection and is known as inflammation of the mastoid.
Meniere's disease: Inner ear disorder. Causes unknown. Episodic rotational vertigo, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, and Ringing in the ears are key symptoms. Dazide is the primary medication for Meniere’s disease. Low salt diet and surgery are also other treatment options. Diagnosis is a rule-out diagnosis.
Labyrinthitis: Vertigo associated with nausea and malaise. Related to bacterial and viral infections. Inflammation of the labyrinth in the inner ear.
Otitis externa: Usually caused by a bacterial infection. Swimmer’s ear. Infection of the skin with the outer ear canal that progress to the ear drum. Itching, Drainage and Pain are the key symptoms. Suctioning of the ear canal may be necessary. Most common ear drops (Volsol, Cipro, Cortisporin).
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