Medically reviewed by Jennifer Schwartz, MD Ear tubes for adults are used to equalize pressure and/or prevent the accumulation of fluid in the middle ear. Also known as grommets, ventilation tubes ...

Glue ear occurs when fluid builds up in the middle ear and the eustachian tube, putting pressure on the eardrum. In adults, the fluid buildup could be caused by large adenoids or nasopharyngeal ...

Perhaps surprisingly, it’s possible to get swimmer’s ear without a dip in the pool, lake or ocean. Two doctors explain what this painful infection is and how to get rid of it.

Lie down with the affected ear up. This can help any excess fluid that’s behind your eardrum drain through your Eustachian tubes and down your throat, Dr. Mehdizadeh says. Use a warm compress.

Glue ear occurs when fluid builds up in the middle ear and the eustachian tube, putting pressure on the eardrum. In adults, the fluid buildup could be caused by large adenoids or nasopharyngeal ...