For the first two weeks of life, mice with a hereditary form of deafness have nearly normal neural activity in the auditory system, according to a new study. Previous studies indicate that this early ...

Step away from the Q-tips.

After being diagnosed with hearing loss, many patients ask, “Can it be fixed?” While the question is simple, the answer can ...

Ear wax, also known as cerumen, is a natural substance produced by glands in the ear canal. While it often goes unnoticed, the color and consistency of ear wax can provide important clues about your ...

The most common cause of an ear canal that’s swollen shut is a bacterial infection known as swimmer’s ear, but there a few other potential causes. A swollen ear canal is a common condition that ...