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Ear rinsing
Ear rinsing is a relatively simple medical procedure, but requires professional intervention. This method helps the patient get rid of pain and discomfort.
The ear is one of the main sense organs in humans. However, there are certain circumstances in connection with which various ear diseases develop. By contacting a specialist, you can improve your health.
If you experience any problems with your ears, it is recommended to consult an otolaryngologist who specializes in the treatment of the nasopharynx and ears. This specialist carries out a number of diagnostic measures in order to determine the disease or identify the problem that caused discomfort in the ear.
Indications for ear rinsing
There are several causes of ear discomfort and pain. At the first signs, it is better to contact the appropriate doctor and follow his recommendations.
- Feelings of having a wax plug (noise or hearing loss);
- Foreign object (small insects or parts);
- Removing pus that may form due to otitis media (ear disease).
Contraindications to ear rinsing
- Bruised eardrum;
- Prolonged presence of a foreign body;
- Formation of a fistula in the ear canal.
Self-rinsing must be done carefully, as it can do more harm than good.
Ear rinsing by an ENT doctor
The appointment of lavage by a specialist occurs after a complete examination and collection of certain information from the patient. The washing procedure is usually easy and does not require a preparatory step.
An otolaryngologist examines the ear and ear canal (otoscopy), after which he prescribes ear lavage. When performed by an experienced specialist, this procedure is absolutely non-traumatic. The doctor will also take a medical history to find out that the patient has not had any leakage of pus from the ear. Another important point is to exclude perforation (damage) of the eardrum.
Ear rinsing procedure
- The patient sits in a chair with a sore ear in the direction of the doctor;
- The patient is given a container to collect the fluid and holds it near the ear;
- The doctor, using a special syringe with warm water or saline, begins to inject liquid into the ear opening;
- After completing the immediate rinsing, the patient tilts his head so that all the liquid flows into the container.
When rinsing, it is important to use a warm liquid so as not to damage the ear itself or worsen the patient’s health.
Ear rinsing in Moscow
To carry out the ear rinsing procedure in Moscow, you need to go to a public clinic or choose a private clinic where you can rinse the ear.
The procedure is performed using a special syringe (without a needle), the capacity of which is up to 150 ml. The doctor inserts the tip of the syringe into the ear canal and carefully, in small portions, controlling the pressure and pressure of the liquid, releases the solution onto the upper part of the back wall of the external auditory canal.
You cannot carry out this procedure on your own, without the proper experience and without knowing the technology, as it can rupture the eardrum or cause severe pain.