Barotitis Media
Barotitis media, or ear barotrauma, is a condition of the middle ear that appears when there is an imbalance between the outside air pressure and the pressure inside the ear, usually during flights or scuba diving.
Common symptoms: It can cause a feeling of a plugged ear, pain, pressure, decreased hearing, and, at times, ringing or dizziness.
When to see a doctor? It is advisable to consult if the discomfort does not let up after the pressure change, if the pain is severe, or if hearing does not recover.
Which specialist treats it? The otolaryngologist is the professional who evaluates barotitis media and checks the condition of the ear. If the discomfort persists after traveling or diving, having it evaluated by this specialist is the most sensible thing to do.
Data on 18 doctors who treat barotitis media
Specialties that treat barotitis media
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in barotitis media
Dr. Alvaro Takane Kimura
Dr. Luz Maria Viveros Añorbe
Dra. Lourdes Olivia Vales Hidalgo
Dr. Fernando Federico Arcaute Velázquez
Dr. Veronica Díaz Salinas
Dr. Óscar César Lorandi Guerrero
Dr. Armando González Gomar Weckmann
Dr. Juan Antonio Castro Rosales
Dr. Jose Ganem Musi
Dra. Lisette Cristerna Sánchez
Dr. Luis Ramon Albavera Giles
Dra. Georgina Peralta Jiménez
Dr. Francisco Miguel Fernández Andrade
Dra. Maria Lidia Sánchez
Dr. Josué Franco
Dr. Juan Felipe Sánchez Marle
Dra. Carola Berenice Curiel Davalos
Dra. Yolanda Tena Jimenez
Dr. Luis Alberto Giorgana Frutos
Dra. Alicia Carreño Ramírez
Frequently asked questions
What is barotitis media?
Barotitis media, or ear barotrauma, is a condition of the middle ear that appears when there is an imbalance between the outside air pressure and the pressure inside the ear, usually during flights or scuba diving.
Which doctor treats barotitis media?
Barotitis Media is usually treated by specialists in otolaryngologist, otolaryngologist.