Microsuction

Microsuction is an ear cleaning procedure that helps remove the ear wax buildup from the ear canal. In this procedure, the healthcare provider inserts a suction tube into the ear canal to remove the ear wax. It is a safe and effective method for ear wax removal. One should consult an otolaryngologist to get a microsuction done.

  
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Is overnight stay required for micro suction?

Query: Hello doctor, I was diagnosed with fungal ear infection yesterday. Doctor asked me to get admitted in the hospital for a microsuction to remove fungal debris. Is it mandatory to stay at the hospital overnight for a microsuction? Can microsuction be done as an out patient procedure without staying in...  Read Full »


Answer: Hi, Welcome in icliniq.com.I would like to tell you that fungal infection in ear is quite common and it may be treated by: Cleaning the ear: Cleaning may be done by suction or syringing or by cotton swab.Antifungal ear drops to be used three or four times a day.Anti-inflammatory medicine to relieve ...  Read Full »

Did acoustic trauma after micro-suction cause blurred and double vision?

Query: Hello doctor,Two months ago, I suffered an acoustic trauma after a loud microsuction procedure in my ears to remove ear wax. It left me with tinnitus, hyperacusis, and ear fullness. It got settled after a few weeks, and while at its worst around two and a half weeks to three weeks, it triggered my w...  Read Full »


Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern. As per your description, one thing I can say is that acoustic trauma or dental problem would not affect the vision. Regarding the eye symptoms, I would like to know the following,1) Do you mainly have blurring of vision or after effect? or also...  Read Full »

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