Question 1

can mold in workplace cause chronic ear infections?

Accepted Answer

Usually not: There are different kinds of ear infections.  If you are talking about middle ear infections, then it's very unlikely mold is the cause.  You can get fungal outer ear infections, but these tend to come from overuse of qtips (clearing away your protective wax) and overuse of antibiotic ear drops.

Question 2

we have black mold in our bathroom behind walls, and has spread to windows. my 2 yr old has had ear infections and tubes in ears twice plus a constant?

Accepted Answer

Probably unrelated: First, you need to get a reputable company to fix the water leaks that cause mold to grow. Unless the problem has been going on for years, your toddler's problems are probably unrelated. Recurrent ear infections are not rare until the age of 2; a major risk factor is allergy. If ear problems continue, have  your child see a pediatric ENT and board-certified allergist immunologist.

Question 3

whats the signs of middle ear infection and does it cause headaches and what causes middle ear infection ?

Accepted Answer

Headache yes: Blockage of the eustachian tube causing the accumulation of fluids in the middle ear. A bacterial or viral infection of this fluid is usually what produces the symptoms of an ear infection.

Question 4

what could cause a severe ear infection?

Accepted Answer

Ear aches: Common causes of ear aches are wax, ext otitis, middle ear infections, serous otitis media, mastoiditis etc. Ear infections are due either to bacterial or fungal, rarely viral ( herpes zoster).

Question 5

can ear infection cause tmd?

Accepted Answer

Ear Infection : I'm assuming you mean TMJ (temperomandibular joint) syndrome. An ear infection can not cause it but opening an closing your mouth can cause discomfort on the side of the ear infection because the middle ear is inflamed and is located near the TMJ.

Question 6

could an ear infection cause dizziness?

Accepted Answer

Certainly can: An ear infection certainly can cause dizziness, though it is not the only possible cause. Dizziness, or vertigo, can occur from various conditions, so details about when it happens (at rest, right after getting up from sitting, with activity, etc.) can help make the diagnosis. I would definitely see a physician if you are having a vertigo or think you have an ear infection. Good luck to you!

Question 7

will an ear infection cause a toothache?

Accepted Answer

Hard to say: The nerve that controls ear drum pain is a branch of the nerve supplying the teeth on the same side. There can be crossover pain where a tooth problem would cause ear pain and the opposite could also be true.

Question 8

ear infection cause hives?

Accepted Answer

Uncommon: There are reports of hives occurring during infections with strep throat and viruses especially in children.  An ear infection from a virus could potentially trigger hives, but more likely explanations would be the antibiotics used to treat infections, or other medications like Aspirin or ibuprofen.

Question 9

what causes an ear infection to stop throbbing?

Accepted Answer

Pain meds: Nonsteroidal medications like Aspirin or Ibuprofen will likely help with throbbing ear pain.  See a doctor if symptoms persist.

Question 10

can a swimmers ear infection cause you to feel tired?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely : Unless really extensive and causing more symptoms such as pain and swelling, best wishes

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