by Mark Richardson | Jun 20, 2022 | Ear
Wax is not dirt, nor are earbuds useful. An ear full of wax is generally a healthy ear. Wax (cerumen) is made in the outer one-third of the ear canal and can vary in colour from black to a pale brown. It can also be very hard or moist. It has a number of functions:...
by Mark Richardson | Jun 8, 2022 | Throat
Bleeding does occur from the nose and the mouth – usually a small amount for a short time. Ongoing bleeding on the day of the surgery can rarely occur, and may require re-cauterization of the bleeding vessel. Secondary bleeding may occur usually 5 -10 days after...
by Mark Richardson | May 19, 2022 | Ear
Depending on the size of grommets used, surface swimming is permitted. I do recommend however that a cap be worn but no plugs are necessary. The opening of the commonly used grommet is only just over a millimetre and it is unlikely for the water to be propelled...
by Mark Richardson | May 17, 2022 | Nose
In children, there is seldom massive blood loss, but the sight of blood especially when the childwakes up at night is extremely stressful for the child and the parents. This epistaxis can also disruptschool activities and sport where there may be minor trauma to the...
by Mark Richardson | Apr 26, 2022 | Ear
Changing sports is often not an option. Earplugs, (which may be professionally customized to your ear shape) may reduce infections but often fall out or leak and may be dangerous as hearing is limited. A cap often suffices in conjunction with other pre-swimming drops...
