When people talk about ears, they normally visualize the outer ear. In actual fact, the ear is made up of the outer ear, middle ear and inner ear. The outer ear is comprised of the auditory canal, where wax collects, and the pinna. The middle ear is made up of the Eustachian tube, ossicles, ear drum and inner ear cavity. The inner ear is comprised of the cochlea, oval and round windows and the semi-circular canals.
Physical Signs on the Outer Ear
In their book, “Body Signs,” Joan Liebmann-Smith and Jacqueline Nardi Egan say there are certain visible signs on the outer ear that can indicate health problems:
Problems with the Middle and Inner Ear
Health issues with the inner parts of the ear can affect the outer ear in certain circumstances:
Blocked Ears and Ringing Ears
There are various medical conditions that cause hearing problems and strange sensations in the ears:
Ears and hearing are interrelated and problems with the ears can also affect balance. Some health issues relate to the outer ear while others relate to the middle and inner ear. Certain symptoms are mild and can be solved easily while others need medical attention. It is important to care properly for ears.
Reference:
Liebmann-Smith, Joan and Jacqueline Nardi Egan, Body Signs, Bantam Dell, 2008
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