by Dr. Laura Wazen | Jan 21, 2016 | Dizziness, Inner Ear Research
Last year I wrote an article for my blog about anxiety and inner ear problems based on the research by Dr. P. Ashley Wackym. It turns out that it has been one of my most frequently visited blog posts! Last October 2015, I saw Dr. Wackym again when we were both...
by Dr. Laura Wazen | Jan 22, 2015 | Inner Ear Research
Recently, I wrote an article about Labyrinthitis, and mentioned that with this type of inner ear problem, when it affects only one ear, the expectation is for full functional recovery. I received some feedback from some frustrated readers who had this problem but...
by Dr. Laura Wazen | Dec 10, 2014 | BPPV
BPPV is a condition of the inner ear where the crystals in the ear that are supposed to be sitting on top of the nerve fibers become dislodged and start floating in the semi circular canals. When this happens, it can trigger symptoms of vertigo...
by Dr. Laura Wazen | Nov 22, 2014 | Balance, Inner Ear Research
Labyrinthitis is a condition that affects the inner ear hearing and balance system. It is caused by an infection to the inner ear that can result in temporary or permanent damage to the inner ear. Symptoms associated with labyrinthitis include complaints of...
by Dr. Laura Wazen | Oct 23, 2014 | Balance, Inner Ear Research
In this self-portrait of Vincent van Gogh, we can look at it and see that he has his right ear bandaged, and without even knowing him, we can surmise that something is wrong with his ear. He has a bandage on his outer ear, and looking at the painting,...