An infection that affects the mastoid bone, located behind the ear. Mastoiditis is usually caused by a middle ear infection. This infection can result in damage to the mastoid bone and the formation of pus-filled cysts. It develops due to the inflammation or infection of the air [...]

Cotton swabs may seem harmless enough, but they can be dangerous when used to clean your ears. Medical experts warn you not to try it. They have seen many catastrophes resulting from using cotton swabs. From punctured eardrums to super impacted wax, there are many negative consequences [...]

Ear infections are one of the most prevalent ENT disorders. They occur when germs become trapped inside the inner ear. The Eustachian tube, a tiny tube that originates in the ear and drains in to the back of the throat, usually keeps unwanted germs out. If this [...]

If you have recently been diagnosed with hearing loss, then you might now be searching for the right type of hearing aid to suit your needs. To be able to do this effectively, you need to understand the three top hearing aid styles on the market. Causes [...]

When people first experience hearing loss, they’re eager to know whether their hearing function can be regained. In most cases, the cause of your hearing loss will determine what treatment is appropriate and whether you can regain your natural hearing function. In order to assess the extent [...]

On average, patients wait about 5 years after the initial diagnosis of hearing loss, to purchase hearing aids. The longer a person goes without hearing, the harder it is for the brain to adapt to hearing again. We forget how everything sounds, especially background noise. We encourage [...]

The impacts of hearing loss on a person’s daily life can vary widely. As with any medical condition, each person’s hearing loss is unique and treatment should examine many factors, including: age, environment, possible causes and the degree of loss. At Prodigy ENT, we are fully staffed with [...]

Think hearing loss is a modern-day condition, occurring in line with the development of personal music players and industrial equipment? Think again. This is the evolution of the hearing aid. Hearing loss has been around for centuries. Up until the 16th century, people assumed individuals with hearing loss [...]