Tympanometry is a test that measures the eardrum's response pressure waves. Since fluid behind the eardrum will affect the ability of the eardrum to move normally, tympanometry can be useful in ...

Eardrum injuries, nasal polyps, or even teething in babies can cause fluid to build up in the ear. The blockage traps fluid in the middle ear in the space behind the eardrum, leading to symptoms ...

Hansa Bhargava, MD Earaches can be really painful and it's because the fluid behind the eardrum can actually cause pressure on the eardrum that causes a piercing pain. If you've ever sat on flight ...