Ear Tubes Center - Tampa, FLTampa Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors for Ear TubesType of Physician: Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor What is a Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor? A certification by the Board of Otolaryngology; practitioners provide comprehensive medical and surgical care of patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems (nose, mouth and throat) and related structures. Specialty: Ear, Nose & Throat (Otolaryngology) Common Name: Ear, Nose, Throat Doctor Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor Doctors in Tampa * Tampa Bay Hearing & Balance Center  USF Physicians Group Otolaryngology  George B Blake MD  Jonathan D Forman MD  Edward B Kampsen MD  Castellano Specialty Center  Castellano Specialty Center  Tampa ENT & Allergy  Drs Dolgin Donnelly Davis & Associates PA  Drs Dolgin Donnelly Davis & Associates PA  Drs Dolgin Donnelly Davis & Associates PA  Drs Dolgin Donnelly Davis & Associates PA  William A Alonso MD FACS PA  Tampa Bay ENT & Cosmetic Surgery PA  Tampa Bay ENT & Cosmetic Surgery PA  Tampa Bay ENT & Cosmetic Surgery PA  Tampa Bay ENT & Cosmetic Surgery PA  Tampa Bay ENT & Cosmetic Surgery PA  Carmelo A Saraceno MD  Amanollah Tabesh MD  USF Physicians Group Otolaryngology  USF Physicians Group Otolaryngology  USF Physicians Group Otolaryngology  USF Physicians Group Otolaryngology  USF Physicians Group Otolaryngology  USF Physicians Group Otolaryngology  USF Physicians Group Otolaryngology  Tampa Ear Nose & Throat Associates  Tampa Ear Nose & Throat Associates  Douglas W Klotch MD  Ear Nose & Throat Associates  Tampa Ear Nose & Throat Associates  Tampa Ear Nose & Throat Associates  Tampa Ear Nose & Throat Associates  Ear, Nose & Throat Associates  Ear, Nose & Throat Associates  Wellness Works Inc  Westchase ENT & Facial Plastic Surgery PA  Brandon Area Ear Nose & Throat  Randall C Latorre MD  Paul L Jones MD PA  Sinus & Nasal Institute of Florida PA  Ear, Nose & Throat Associates of Manatee PA  Ear, Nose & Throat Associates of Manatee PA  Ear, Nose & Throat Associates of Manatee PA  Ear, Nose & Throat Associates of Manatee PA  Ear, Nose & Throat Associates of Manatee PA  Ear, Nose & Throat Associates of Manatee PA  John S Morrow MD PA  James N Endicott MD  David D Hill MD  Trina E Espinola MD PA FACS  Trina E Espinola MD PA FACS  St Petersburg Ear Nose & Throat LLC  Ear, Nose & Throat Associates  Ear, Nose & Throat Associates  Ear, Nose & Throat Associates  Ear, Nose & Throat Associates  Ear, Nose & Throat Associates  Ear, Nose & Throat Associates  Ear, Nose & Throat Associates  ENT & Facial Plastic Surgery Specialists  ENT & Facial Plastic Surgery Specialists  Gordon A Saskin MD PA  James W Adkins MD  Bay Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery PA  Francis A DeRito MD  Bay Area ENT  Pasadena ENT & Allergy  Pasadena ENT & Allergy  Diagnostic Clinic Largo  Diagnostic Clinic Largo  Michael J Sakellarides MD  Tew A Sak MD  Bruce P Dorman MD  Gaither G Davis MD  Clark & Daughtrey Medical Group PA  The Barranco Clinic  The Barranco Clinic  Clark & Daughtrey Medical Group PA  The Barranco Clinic  The Barranco Clinic  The Barranco Clinic  Central Florida ENT Associates PA  Central Florida ENT Associates PA  Watson Clinic LLP  Watson Clinic LLP  Watson Clinic LLP  Watson Clinic LLP  University Ear, Nose & Throat Associates  Krishna M Ganti MD  Florida Ear & Sinus Center  Florida Ear & Sinus Center  Pavilion Aesthetic Center  Florida Ear & Sinus Center  Florida Ear & Sinus Center  Richard C Rehmeyer MD  Intercoastal Ear Nose & Throat  Andrew Marlowe MD & Jerald G Steiner MD PA  Leonard A Rubinstein MD PA Tampa, FloridaTampa is a Gulf Coast city in the U.S. state of Florida. It serves as the county seat for Hillsborough County. Tampa is located on the west coast of Florida.
Tampa is a part of the metropolitan area most commonly referred to as the Tampa Bay Area. Tampa has a number of sports teams, such as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the NFL, the Tampa Bay Lightning in the National Hockey League, and the Tampa Bay Rays in Major League Baseball. It also has many tourist attractions. Upcoming Local Events2012-05-26
2012-06-15
2012-06-17
2012-07-03
2012-07-13
2012-08-19
2012-09-16
2012-10-28
2012-11-04
2012-11-18
Ear TubesIntroductionThe following information is provided to help you understand more clearly the associated benefits, risks, and complications of ear tube surgery. Ask your doctor any questions that you feel necessary to help you better understand the procedure. What is the purpose for ear tubes?Middle ear infections (otitis media) are common in children. When a child has repeated ear infections or fluid build-up in the ears that do not go away easily or that cause hearing problems or speech delays, a doctor may recommend surgery to insert an ear tube to allow the eardrum to equalize the pressure. The surgery, called a myringotomy, is a tiny incision in the eardrum. Any fluid, usually thickened secretions will be removed. In most situations, a small plastic tube (a tympanostomy tube) is inserted into the eardrum to keep the middle ear aerated for a prolonged period of time. These ventilating tubes remain in place for six months to several years. Eventually, they will move out of the eardrum (extrude) and fall into the ear canal. Your doctor may remove the tube during a routine office visit or it may simply fall out of the ear. Less common conditions that may call for the placement of ear tubes are malformation of the ear drum or Eustachian tube, Down's syndrome, cleft palate, and barotrauma (middle ear injury caused by a reduction of air pressure), according to the American Academy of Otolaryngology. What are risks and complications of ear tubes?While ear tube surgery is common, minor complications can occur in up to half of the children who have them inserted. Complications include:
Recommended Reading Related to Ear TubesWhat is ear wax?The skin on the outer part of the ear canal has special glands that produce ear wax, also known as cerumen. The purpose of this natural wax is to protect the ear from damage and infections. Normally, a small amount of wax accumulates and then dries up and falls out of the ear canal, carrying with it unwanted dust or sand particles. Ear wax is helpful to coat the skin of the ear canal where it acts as a temporary water repellent. The absence of ear wax may result in dry, itchy ears, and even infection. What does ear wax look like?Cerumen varies in form and appearance from person to person. It may be almost liquid, firm and solid, or dry and flaky. The color of ear wax varies depending upon its composition. Glandular secretions, sloughed skin cells, normal bacteria present on the surface of the canal, and water may are present in ear wax.
Other Related Ear Tubes ArticlesEmergency Contact for Tampa
Nearby Tampa Hospitals *Tampa General Hospital Memorial Hospital of Tampa Kindred Hospital Central Tampa St Joseph's Children's Hospital of Tampa St Joseph's Hospital St Joseph's Women's Hospital University Community Hospital Carrollwood Kindred Hospital Tampa Shriners Hospital for Children Town & Country Hospital H Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute James A Haley VA Medical Center University Community Hospital Brandon Regional Hospital Mease Countryside Hospital St Anthony's Hospital All Children's Hospital Bayfront Medical Center Northside Hospital & Tampa Bay Heart Institute Edward White Hospital South Bay Hospital Windmoor Healthcare of Clearwater Kindred Hospital St Petersburg St Petersburg General Hospital South Florida Baptist Hospital HEALTHSOUTH Rehabilitation Hospital of Largo Mease Dunedin Hospital Morton Plant Hospital Largo Medical Center Palms of Pasadena Hospital Bay Pines VA Healthcare System Helen Ellis Memorial Hospital Sun Coast Hospital Florida Hospital Zephyrhills Community Hospital of New Port Richey Morton Plant North Bay Hospital Manatee Memorial Hospital Lakeland Regional Medical Center Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point Pasco Regional Medical Center Manatee Glens Hospital Blake Medical Center Spring Hill Regional Hospital Manatee Palms Youth Services Featured Articles*Provider Directory Terms of Use: The WebMD 'Provider Directory' is provided by WebMD for use by the general public as a quick reference of information about Providers. The Provider Directory is not intended as a tool for verifying the credentials, qualifications, or abilities of any Provider contained therein. Inclusion in the Provider Directory does not imply recommendation or endorsement nor does omission in the Provider Directory imply WebMD disapproval. |
Suggested Reading on Ear Tubes by Our Doctors
-
Related Diseases & Conditions
6 articles-
Eustachian Tube Problems (Problems Clearing Your Ears)
- The Eustachian tube is a membrane lined tube that connects the middle ear space to the back of the nose. Problems include partial or complete blockage which can cause popping, clicking, and ear fullness. Allergies, sinus and ear infections, or the common cold can cause this blockage, while altitude changes can cause symptoms in those persons with Eustachian tube problems. Treatment includes several maneuvers (swallowing, chewing gum, yawning etc.), which can be done to improve Eustachian tube function.
-
Achondroplasia
- A common form of short stature, achondroplasia (dwarfism) is a genetic condition causing a disorder of bone growth. Complications of achondroplasia that need monitoring include (this is not all inclusive) stenosis and compression of the spinal cord, a large opening under the skull, lordosis, kyphosis, spinal stenosis, hydrocephalus, middle ear infections, obesity, and dental crowning. Achondroplasia is caused by mutations of the FGFR3 gene.
-
Ear Wax
- Ear was is a natural substance secreted by special glands in the skin on the outer part of the ear canal. It repels water, and traps dust and sand particles. Usually a small amount of wax accumulates, dries up, and then falls out of the ear canal carrying with it unwanted particles. Under ideal circumstances, you should never have to clean your ear canals. The absence of ear wax may result in dry, itchy ears, and even infection. Ear wax may accumulate in the ear for a variety of reasons including; narrowing of the ear canal, production of less ear wax due to aging, or an overproduction of ear wax in response to trauma or blockage within the ear canal.
-
Cleft Palate and Cleft Lip
- Cleft palate and cleft lip are facial and oral defects that occur early in pregnancy. A cleft lip is a split of the two sides of the upper lip, and a cleft palate is a split in the roof of the mouth. Cleft lip the fourth most common birth defect in the U.S. Repair of a cleft palate or cleft lip may require multiple surgeries.
-
Swimmer's Ear
- Swimmer's ear (external otitis) is an infection of the skin that covers the outer ear canal. Causes of swimmer's ear include excessive water exposure that leads to trapped bacteria in the ear canal. Symptoms include a feeling of fullness in the ear, itching, and ear pain. Chronic swimmer's ear may be caused by eczema, seborrhea, fungus, chronic irritation, and other conditions. Common treatment includes antibiotic ear drops.
-
Noise Induced Hearing Loss and Its Prevention
- Noise-induced hearing loss may be an acoustic trauma (temporary hearing loss), or permanent due to an acute acoustic trauma. Experts agree that continual exposure to more then 85 dBs (decibels) is dangerous to the ears. Ear plugs and ear muffs can help prevent noise-induced hearing loss as well as decreasing exposure to loud noises.
-
Eustachian Tube Problems (Problems Clearing Your Ears)
-
Medications
1 articles -
Procedures & Tests
3 articles -
Pictures, Images & Quizzes
0 articles -
Doctor's & Expert's Views
1 articles -
Health News
0 articles -
Health Features
0 articles
