When it comes to the sticky world of ear wax, many people assume that less is better, often cleaning and scrubbing the insides of their ears to remove all remnants of the waxy substance. Unfortunately, this habit may actually harm your ears, which...
Red bumps on the ears may indicate early warning signs of cancer since the ears are one of the most sun-exposed areas of the body. Bumps on the ear also may be due to a variety of other conditions ranging from skin disorders such as psoriasis,...
The elderly population faces numerous health concerns associated with older age. From cognitive impairments to heart disease, the increase of mental and physical concerns punctuates the importance of maintaining good health. Fortunately, a...
Muscle spasms refer to involuntary contractions that can lead to muscle cramping, according to MedlinePlus. Sometimes, these muscle spasms can be due to a neurological disorder affecting the brain and spinal cord. The causes of muscle spasms can...
Genetic diseases or disorders result from a mutation in the genes (DNA). Sometimes, one gene can be mutated or a group of genes become mutated. In fact, some genes are passed within families. These genetic alterations can significantly affect a...
Tinnitus is a common term used to describe the sensation of an abnormal noise in the ear, such as buzzing, ringing, roaring or hissing. In 2009, almost 23 million adult Americans had tinnitus for more than 3 months, according to the National...
For children, developing skills such as walking or talking is an individual process whose timing varies slightly from child to child. Your neighbor's infant, for instance, may pick up and shake a rattle several weeks before your son does....
Cleft palate is a cosmetic and functional challenge for victims and their families. Depending on severity, it could occur alone or as part of a more extensive defect involving lip and nasal defects. Surgery corrects the appearance problem in cleft...
Our bodies consist of 206 bones that have a primary function to provide support. The bones are also important for storing minerals and producing new blood cells. Although diseases of the bone are not a common primary source of morbidity, they do...
Even though ear tubes reduce the risk of ear infection under general circumstances, a child with ear tubes in place faces a greater risk of infection if she goes swimming. Ear tubes allow water to enter the middle ear more easily, which could...
Balance training is an increasingly popular method of exercise. Equipment like physioballs, balance boards, BOSU balls and stability mats are all designed to increase body balance. Stabilization training engages more muscles throughout the course...
Hearing loss, according to the Palo Alto Medical Foundation, affects two in every 100 children under the age of 18. While heredity often plays a large role in pediatric hearing loss, there are other factors that can also lead to hearing impairment...
Multiple sclerosis is a debilitating, progressive disease caused by damage to the myelin coating of nerves in the brain, eyes and spinal cord. The exact cause of multiple sclerosis is poorly understood. Symptoms often appear, disappear, and worsen...
Swimming requires strength, endurance and stamina -- but ear plugs are optional. Ear plugs can protect your ears while swimming and can be especially useful for children who spend a lot of time in the water. They do, however, have a few drawbacks,...
Mumps is caused by a virus that infects the parotid glands which are located under the ears. It is contracted through breathing in droplets from a sneeze or cough of an infected person. In countries where a vaccine is not widely given outbreaks...
Hearing problems affect approximately 17 percent of the adult population in the United States, reports the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders. Congenital and acquired hearing problems also occur in children. Hearing...
