Dr. Ruth – Otolaryngology

August 2023

Otitis Externa: Causes, Treatment and Prevention

Ear canal infections, or otitis externa is a frequent patient complaint in ENT clinics near you. In this blog, we will review the ear anatomy, what causes otitis externa, the diagnosis and management, as well as prevention The Ear Canal: A Natural Cleaning Mechanism Our auditory system is a complex system, and the ear canal […]

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Eardrum Perforations: Will They Heal or Persist?

“Will my eardrum perforation be permanent?” This is common question that patients ask me as an ENT doctor in Palawan, Philippines. This blog is written to answer this question as well as discuss issues about eardrum health. The Eardrum: A Delicate Guardian So, what is the eardrum’s significance? The eardrum, scientifically known as the tympanic membrane,

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