Common causes
- Middle-ear infection (otitis media)
- Allergies affecting the Eustachian tube
- The common cold or respiratory infection
- Build-up of fluid behind the eardrum
- A perforated or ruptured eardrum
Fluid From Ear Treatment
Discharge or fluid from the ear can be a sign of infection and should not be ignored. Our ENT experts find the cause and treat it safely and effectively.
Ear Infection Fluid Removal
Understanding fluid from the ear (otorrhea)
Fluid in the ear can be caused by inflammation or congestion that blocks the Eustachian tube — a small drainage passage in your ear. This can happen with an ear infection, allergies or the common cold.
The blockage causes fluid to become trapped in the middle ear, behind the eardrum, leading to symptoms such as muffled hearing and pressure or pain in the ear. Get treated by our ear infection specialists.
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Symptoms
Signs to watch out for
If you notice one or more of these symptoms, it is worth getting your ears checked by an ENT specialist.
Ear pain or tingling
Loss of hearing
Ringing in the ear
Dizziness
Fever or feeling unwell
Fluid containing wax, blood or pus
Causes
What can cause it
Understanding the cause helps us choose the safest, most effective treatment for you.
How otorrhea is diagnosed
- Checking your vital signs for fever
- Inspecting the ear canal for drainage, infection or a ruptured eardrum
- Feeling around the ear, jaw and neck for swelling
- Examining the skin around the ear for redness or inflammation
Tests that may help
- A physical assessment is usually enough to diagnose otorrhea
- Hearing tests (audiometry) if hearing is affected
- Tympanometry to assess middle-ear function
- A swab or culture if there is persistent discharge
Treatment
Treatment for fluid from the ear
Treatment depends on the underlying cause. Infections are treated with antibiotics or eardrops, while allergies may be managed with antihistamines and decongestants to help the Eustachian tube drain.
If fluid persists despite treatment, a minor procedure such as myringotomy with grommet (ear tube) insertion may be advised to drain the fluid and restore hearing. Keeping the ear dry during recovery is important for a good outcome.
Do not ignore ear discharge
- Blood- or pus-stained discharge needs prompt review
- Persistent fluid can affect hearing
- Recurrent infections may need specialist care
- Keep the ear dry and avoid inserting anything
- See an ENT specialist for an accurate diagnosis
When to see your ENT specialist
Please book an appointment promptly if you experience any of the following:
- You have discharge containing blood or pus
- Fluid or muffled hearing does not settle
- Your hearing is getting worse
- You have a fever or significant ear pain
- Symptoms keep coming back
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