Biofilms In Ear infections A biofilm is a thin layer of microbial slime and proteins adhering to a surface. Biofilm forms when bacterial cells adhere to a surface and produce a matrix of extracellular polymeric substances (EPS), a sticky, glue-like material. The bacteria remain embedded within the EPS, which protects them Bacteria and fungi are present naturally in the air and water. This can attach to damp surfaces…
Complications of Snoring Snoring is not a disease but could be a manifestation of an underlying condition. It is a trigger. During the day, the muscles of the neck keep the airway wide and help air pass through the nose and throat smoothly. Meanwhile, during sleep, neck muscles loosen and collapse into this airway, narrowing it and causing airflow turbulence. The suction current created by the rapid airflow…
Ear wax A quick guide for understanding ear wax related problems. First, let us try to understand what earwax is. Ear wax is a substance that is produced in your ear canal by ceruminous glands in the external ear canal. It helps prevent some dust and small particles from entering the ear and damaging or disrupting the eardrum. Everyone produces ear wax, although some produce more than others,…
