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If you’re a parent, it probably comes as no surprise that middle ear infections are common in children, particularly those between the ages of six months and two years. Known as otitis media, these are caused by a number of factors, both physical and environmental.   Most ear infections clear up on their own, or are treated with antibiotics. But in some children,…

What is a Cholesteatoma? A cholesteatoma is a mass of skin cells in the middle ear. As the mass gradually increases in size, it destroys the middle ear’s bones, causing hearing loss and infection.  What Causes Cholesteatoma?   When the eustachian tube is functioning normally, it equalizes ear pressure by moving air from the back of…

Causes of Earwax Blockage  A blockage of earwax is usually caused by an overproduction of earwax or insufficient cleaning. Surprisingly, the most common cause of a blockage is incorrect at-home earwax removal. Often, instead of cleaning out the earwax it is just pushed deeper inside the ear. Earphone and ear plug usage can also cause wax buildup, as the…

Choosing the right hearing care professional is the most important decision you will make in your journey towards better hearing. Our caring, professional audiologists and staff provide a full range of diagnostic testing and state-of-the-art hearing aid services. Should You See an Audiologist? Audiologists work with patients of all ages, treating infants, children and adults…

Determine If You Need to See a Specialist Our board-certified ear, nose and throat doctors specialize in treating disorders of the head and neck. Whether you’re dealing with an ear infection, sinus pressure or hoarseness, we offer our patients a full range of ENT services. Below is a handy self-screener that can help you determine…

What Causes Earaches?   Ear pain, commonly referred to as an earache, is a common complaint and can result from infection, poor Eustachian tube function, or temporomandibular joint problems (TMJ). Other causes include ear trauma, perforated eardrum, sinus infection, sudden changes in pressure, excess buildup of earwax, sore throat, shampoo or water in the ear, tooth infection, arthritis of the…

What Causes Ear Infections? An ear infection may occur in the middle ear when the eustachian tube becomes blocked by inflammation. This blockage prevents fluid in the middle ear from draining, which can cause a middle ear infection. The majority of ear infections are viral or bacterial in nature, usually occurring after a cold or…

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Blue Ridge has been the premier otolaryngology group in Central Virginia since its origins in 1971. The clinic became Blue Ridge Ear, Nose, Throat & Plastic Surgery in 1998, and eventually merged with Blue Ridge Hearing Aids & Audiology. Our clinic is home to top-quality, board-certified doctors and audiologists who use state-of-the-art treatment methods. Whether…