Ear

Earwax doesn’t usually need to be removed as it will make its way out of your ear naturally. However, if the wax gets stuck it can build up and block your ear.

Ear protection can help to prevent problems such as ear pain and tinnitus in winter. You can also take steps to reduce the risk of ear infections so that you can enjoy a healthier winter season.

Ear, nose and throat consultants treat a wide range of different conditions that can affect these connected parts of the body.

If you’ve ever noticed your ears popping when you take off or land in a plane then you might be wondering whether flying could be bad for your ears when you have an issue such as an infection.

Ear, nose and throat infections are very common. The symptoms are usually relatively mild, but infections can sometimes cause problems that need to be treated by an ENT specialist.

Balance disorders are often linked to inner ear problems, since this is where the tiny organs that are responsible for our sense of balance are located.