Question 1

advantages/disadvantages of having long ears?

Accepted Answer

Pt preference: There are really no advantages or disadvantages of having long ears.  As long as your hearing is adequate/normal, the size of the ear is purely a physical trait, like someone having a larger nose, etc.  Some people may find long ears attractive, so i guess that could be an advantage.  Best wishes.

Question 2

why do a lot of old folks have big & long ears?

Accepted Answer

Genetics: You can thank those folks past family members for their genetic traits.

Question 3

what is the definition or description of: long ears?

Accepted Answer

Long ears: = lengthy pinna or auricle.

Question 4

do people with big ears live longer?

Accepted Answer

Larger ear size does: Not equate to longer life.

Question 5

one of my ears has been growing in the past several months, that it's now noticeably longer than the other ear. any idea for the cause?

Accepted Answer

Ear skin problems: Cant really answer this - see your doctor/dermatologist as you'll need an examination.  Here is some general advice about ear skin problems.

http://www.dermnetnz.org/topics/ear-skin-problems/

Question 6

hi. i've been having a problem with my left ear. it started off with pain and there was a swollen lymph node which was painful with touch. now the pain is gone lymph node no longer swollen but my ear is blocked. it is weak in  terms of hearing.

Accepted Answer

See ent doc: suggest that you be eval and poss txed by ENT doc  soon, esp if problem persists

Question 7

er situation? 13, dont smoke, healthy weight. monthly i get sharp stabbing pain between ribs under heart, jaw, left ear,  2h longer today than usual.

Accepted Answer

TO YOUR PARENTS:: "tempting" to worry about your heart with these symptoms but at your age heart problems are VERY rare and are usually detected in Early Childhood by your Pediatrician! That being said I always recommend a COMPLETE check-up with these symptoms mentioned and with detailed evaluation to "settle" the issue!  Have your parents take you to the Pediatrician or to their own Family Health Provider!

Question 8

hi there - i had an ear infection on tuesday which i left alone as i get them sometimes and my gp said not to use antibiotics as normally clears up in a few days. woke up this am and my ear no longer hurts but i cannot hear in the offending ear. i have am

Accepted Answer

Otitis media : The hearing loss you are describing is most likely a consequence of an ear infection. There is fluid left behind in the middle ear. This needs to drain through the eustachian tube into the upper throat. Sometimes the fluid gets trapped in the middle ear and then you can't hear. Treatment involves mucus thinners, decongestants, and sometimes oral and/or nasal steroids. See an ENT.

Question 9

hi there 
im experiencing severe jaw pain 
im unable to bite or chew 
it feels like my teeth are no longer aligned
also experiencing ear ache and headaches along with an inflamed face 
could it be tmj ? 
what shall i do 
many thanks in advance

Accepted Answer

Malocclusion: It may be that your teeth shifted and you no longer have a harmonious occlusion. To determine if that is the case, you'll need to visit a local dentist for an exam.

Question 10

sore throat/neck on and off longer than a month. ear ache feeling full/pressure over a week. tight muscles in shoulders and neck a week. viral? no cough or fever?

Accepted Answer

: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see a doctor for an in person evaluation. Wish you good health!

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Advantages/disadvantages of having long ears?

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Why do a lot of old folks have big & long ears?

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What is the definition or description of: long ears?

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Do people with big ears live longer?

A member asked:

One of my ears has been growing in the past several months, that it's now noticeably longer than the other ear. any idea for the cause?

A member asked:

Hi. i've been having a problem with my left ear. it started off with pain and there was a swollen lymph node which was painful with touch. now the pain is gone lymph node no longer swollen but my ear is blocked. it is weak in terms of hearing.

A member asked:

Er situation? 13, dont smoke, healthy weight. monthly i get sharp stabbing pain between ribs under heart, jaw, left ear, 2h longer today than usual.

A member asked:

Hi there - i had an ear infection on tuesday which i left alone as i get them sometimes and my gp said not to use antibiotics as normally clears up in a few days. woke up this am and my ear no longer hurts but i cannot hear in the offending ear. i have am

A member asked:

Hi there im experiencing severe jaw pain im unable to bite or chew it feels like my teeth are no longer aligned also experiencing ear ache and headaches along with an inflamed face could it be tmj ? what shall i do many thanks in advance

A member asked:

Sore throat/neck on and off longer than a month. ear ache feeling full/pressure over a week. tight muscles in shoulders and neck a week. viral? no cough or fever?

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