Ear Conditions We Treat

Saigon ENT Hospital

At Saigon ENT Hospital, ear problems are evaluated by ENT specialists using endoscopic examination when needed. This allows us to look directly inside the ear and show the findings on a screen, so you can understand what is happening.

Ear symptoms can affect hearing, balance, comfort, and daily life. Many begin suddenly and often worry patients, especially travelers and expats.

1. Common Ear Situations We See Every Day

Have you ever felt your ear suddenly blocked after swimming at the beach or in a pool?
The most common cause is ear wax. You may already know the rule, do not put anything smaller than your elbow into your ear. Over time, ear wax can build up quietly. After swimming, it absorbs water, swells, and turns into a painful blockage.

Have you ever felt a sharp pain, pressure, or buzzing in your ears when your airplane was taking off or landing?
This is usually related to pressure changes affecting the middle ear.

Or did you have a runny or blocked nose, followed by sudden ear pain?
This can happen when nasal congestion interferes with ear pressure and drainage.

These situations are very common and usually treatable with proper ENT care.

2. Ear Pain and Ear Infection

Ear pain may be caused by infection, inflammation, pressure changes, or fluid behind the eardrum.

We manage:

• Acute and chronic ear infections
• Middle ear fluid
• Ear pain after colds or upper respiratory infections
• Ear pain after flying or swimming

Early treatment helps prevent hearing damage and other complications.

3. Blocked Ear and Ear Wax

A blocked ear may result from:

• Impacted ear wax
• Middle ear fluid
• Pressure or drainage problems

We provide safe ear wax removal and proper examination. Blind flushing is avoided.

4. Hearing Loss

Hearing loss may appear suddenly or progress gradually.

We assess:

• Conductive hearing loss
• Sensorineural hearing loss
• Sudden hearing loss, which requires urgent evaluation

Hearing tests and ENT examinations are available on the same day when possible.

5. Tinnitus

Tinnitus is the sensation of ringing, buzzing, or noise in the ear.

It may be related to hearing loss, ear infection, noise exposure, stress, or sleep problems.
Our goal is to identify the cause and explain realistic management options clearly.

6. Vertigo and Balance Disorders

Vertigo is a spinning sensation and is often confused with general dizziness.

Common ear related causes include inner ear and balance disorders.
ENT evaluation helps determine whether the problem is ear related and guides appropriate treatment or referral.

7. Hearing Tests and Audiology

We provide:

• Hearing screening
• Diagnostic hearing tests
• Middle ear assessment

Results are explained clearly in English, with next steps discussed during the same visit.

8. When to See an ENT Doctor

You should seek ENT care if you experience:

• Ear pain lasting more than a few days
• Sudden hearing loss
• Persistent ringing in the ears
• Recurrent ear infections
• Vertigo or balance problems

9. Why Foreign Patients Choose Us for Ear Problems

• ENT specialists, not general doctors
• Routine use of endoscopic ear examination
• Clear explanation in English
• Same-day testing when possible
• Calm, unhurried consultations

10. Book an Appointment

If you are a foreign patient with ear symptoms or concerns, our ENT specialists can help evaluate the cause and guide appropriate care.