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If you are experiencing ear pain, discharge, changes in hearing or recurring ear infections, we provide expert ear infection treatment in Battersea with Consultant ENT Surgeon Dr Eirini Lentari. We assess your symptoms carefully to identify the type and possible cause of the problem before recommending appropriate, personalised treatment.
An ear infection involves inflammation or infection affecting part of the ear. Two common types are otitis externa, affecting the outer ear canal, and otitis media, affecting the middle ear behind the eardrum.
Ear infections may be short-lived, but some people experience persistent symptoms or repeated episodes that warrant further assessment. Treatment depends on which part of the ear is affected, the likely cause, the severity of symptoms and individual circumstances.
For further patient information, see Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust guidance on otitis externa.
Symptoms vary according to the type of ear infection and may include:
Ear pain or discomfort
Discharge or fluid from the ear
Itching or irritation of the ear canal
A feeling of pressure or fullness
Temporary changes in hearing
Swelling or inflammation around the ear canal
These symptoms can have several possible causes, so an examination is important when symptoms are persistent, severe or recurring.
Middle ear infections can be associated with viral or bacterial infection. Outer ear infections may develop when the skin of the ear canal becomes irritated, inflamed or infected.
Factors that can contribute to outer ear problems include water entering the ear, damage from inserting objects such as cotton buds, and skin conditions affecting the ear canal.
Recurring symptoms do not necessarily have the same cause each time, which is why specialist assessment may be useful.
Seek medical advice if ear symptoms are severe, worsening, persistent or repeatedly returning, particularly if you have discharge or noticeable hearing changes.
Urgent medical assessment may be required if you become very unwell or develop signs of a more serious complication. If you are unsure how urgently you need help, contact NHS 111 or your GP.
Ear Infection Assessment And Treatment
Specialist Ear Examination
Professional Ear Cleaning
Hearing And Pressure Testing
Personalised Treatment Planning
Areas We Cover
Private consultations are available in Battersea and Harley Street, providing convenient access for patients from South West, Central and wider London. Canning Town is also among the areas served by Dr Lentari.
Canning Town
Address: 13 Minnie Baldock Street, London E16 1YE
Nearest station: Canning Town Station
Private appointments only
Phoenix Hospital Group – Harley Street
Address: 9 Harley St, London W1G 9QY
Nearest station: Oxford Circus or Bond Street
Located in the heart of London's private medical district
Battersea
Address: 9 Harley St, London W1G 9QY1st Floor, Turbine Hall B, Battersea Power Station
London, SW11 8DD
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