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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nMiddle ear infections, also known as otitis media<\/a>, are the most common type of ear infection and a common cause of a bulging eardrum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This type of infection is most common in children. This is because their Eustachian tubes, which connect the middle ear to the back of the throat and allow fluid to drain and air pressure to equalize, are shorter and more horizontal than adults\u2019. This means fluid becomes trapped behind the eardrum<\/a> more easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In many cases, an ear, nose and throat (ENT) physician will recommend a wait-and-see approach to middle ear infections. If they suspect bacteria is present, however, they will prescribe antibiotics, which you can pick up at local pharmacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Because the eardrum is so thin, it is very delicate and susceptible to damage. Types of ear trauma that can cause the eardrum to bulge include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n An ENT physician can examine the ear to see the extent of the damage, then prescribe treatment from there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This type of ear infection causes small blisters to form on the eardrum. It may be caused by a virus or bacteria. It often occurs alongside a middle ear infection<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In many cases, bullous myringitis is treated with antibiotics, but sometimes the blisters also need to be lanced off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is another type of ear infection, but it occurs in the outer ear canal. It is caused by water being trapped in the ear canal and bacteria growing in it. If the infection spreads down the ear canal, it can cause the eardrum to bulge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Swimmer\u2019s ear may be treated with a combination of medications, including antibiotics, antifungals and steroids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For more information or to schedule an appointment with an ear expert, call Ear, Nose & Throat Associates<\/span> today. <\/p>\n\n\n\nEar Trauma<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Bullous Myringitis <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Swimmer\u2019s Ear<\/h2>\n\n\n\n