Ear Health - Irrigation & Microsuction at the Wellness Pharmacy Tower BridgeEar IrrigationEar wax removalStruggling to hear? Earwax syringing, also known as earwax irrigation, could be the answer. Your loss of hearing could be due to a build up of earwax called Cerumen (or more commonly called-earwax). Acting as a defence mechanism for the ear, the wax can unwillingly make your sense of hearing dulled. This is due to the process where the wax clears any and all debris out of the ear. Starting at the outer third of the ear canal and making its way outwards, the wax utilities its unique properties of being a natural lubricant, adhesive and antibacterial to defend the sensitive parts of the ear. However, via a quick process of ear irrigation at the Wellness Pharmacy with a qualified, very experienced Pharmacist can easily solve the issue. You can purchase this service online. Contact us for appointment and further details. Ear MicrosuctionSimple and Safe Microsuction Ear Cleaning, performed by your friendly Pharmacist.The microsuction technique uses gentle suction to clean the ear of wax, dead skin, foreign objects and even infection, and is much safer and more comfortable than all other forms of ear cleaning, including syringing and irrigation. A small, thin probe is directed at the ear wax and/or infection discharge in the ear canal, and the gentle suction is applied to remove the blockage. With microsuction there is no need for pre-treatment, e.g. olive oil or ear drops. Steps :1. Patient history 2. Microscopic examination of the ear canals and ear drums 3. Gentle removal of the ear wax/infection with a surgical microsuction unit or Irrigation. 4. Microscopic re-examination and final checks Ear Examination - Treatment for Otitis and Blocked EarsOtitis Externa is a condition that causes inflammation (redness and swelling) of the external ear canal, which is the tube between the outer ear and eardrum. Otitis externa is often referred to as "swimmer's ear" because repeated exposure to water can make the ear canal more vulnerable to inflammation. We can prescribe topical medications after examination and consultation. Prescriptions for Ear InfectionsMicrosuction can clear the discharge associated with an ear infection to provide immediate relief. We can also take a swab to identify the pathology of the infection, and write a prescription for antibiotics to remove the infection at source, and we can supply you the appropriate medication within our Pharmacy. Blocked Ears also known as "airplane ear," this condition occurs when the ear cannot properly pressurize due to the changing air pressure on an airplane. An ear infection may lead to an increase of fluid production, which may cause the ear to become clogged. This causes pain and the sensation of clogged ears. We can examine your ears with an otoscope and after consultation we can help you unblock your ears using a device that blows air into your nostril to equalise your pressure in the eustachian tube. |