Ear

Ear infections can cause pain, pressure, drainage, muffled hearing, and fever, and they affect both children and adults. At Surgical Associates Northwest, our ENTs diagnose the exact type and cause of your ear infection, whether it’s in the outer, middle, or inner ear. We help relieve symptoms, clear the infection, and prevent recurrence using personalized treatment plans that may include medications, monitoring, or in-office procedures when needed.

An eardrum perforation is a hole or tear in the eardrum that can lead to hearing loss, infections, or ongoing drainage. This can occur due to infections, trauma, or even changes in pressure. Our surgeons carefully evaluate the size and location of the perforation and recommend the most appropriate treatment. In many cases, the eardrum can heal on its own, while others may benefit from specialized repair procedures to restore hearing.

Hearing loss can develop gradually or suddenly and may be caused by aging, noise exposure, infections, or medical conditions. Our expert team provides comprehensive hearing evaluations to determine whether your hearing loss is conductive, sensorineural, or mixed. From medical management to hearing aids and advanced surgical options, we help you preserve your hearing and stay connected to clear conversations and relationships.

Swimmer’s ear is an infection of the outer ear canal, often caused by trapped moisture that allows bacteria to grow. The most common symptoms of a swimmer’s ear include ear pain, itching, swelling, and drainage, and they can worsen quickly if untreated. Our ENTs provide prompt care to relieve discomfort, clear the infection, and protect the ear canal. We also educate you on prevention strategies to reduce the risk of future episodes.

Vertigo causes a spinning or off-balance sensation that can make everyday activities challenging and unpredictable. It’s often related to inner ear disorders that affect balance. Our experienced ENTs perform detailed evaluations to pinpoint the source of your vertigo and develop a personalized treatment plan to help you regain control. With proper diagnosis and care, many patients experience significant relief and improved stability in their daily lives.

Ear infection treatments are tailored to the type, severity, and cause of your infection. Our ENTs focus on relieving pain, reducing inflammation, and eliminating the infection while protecting your hearing. Treatment for ear infections may include medications, careful monitoring, or in-office procedures when infections become recurrent or persistent. We aim to not only treat the current infection but also to reduce the risk of future ear problems.

Ear tubes are small devices placed in the eardrum to help drain fluid and equalize pressure in the middle ear. They are commonly recommended for recurring ear infections or chronic fluid buildup that affects hearing. Our expert ear surgeons perform ear tube placement as a quick, in-office procedure. Ear tubes can significantly reduce infections, improve hearing, and provide lasting relief for both children and adults.

Labyrinthectomy is a surgical procedure used to treat severe vertigo caused by inner ear disorders when other treatments have not been effective. The procedure works by eliminating the balance signals from the affected ear, allowing the brain to rely on the healthier ear. Our experienced surgeons carefully evaluate candidacy and explain all options in detail, ensuring this treatment is only recommended when it offers the best chance for long-term relief.

Ossiculoplasty is a reconstructive ear surgery that repairs or replaces the tiny bones of hearing in the middle ear. Damage to these bones can result from chronic infections, trauma, or disease and may cause conductive hearing loss. Our ENTs use precise surgical techniques to restore sound transmission and improve hearing. Each procedure is customized to your anatomy and condition to ensure safe, natural-sounding results.