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Meniere’s disease is a disorder of the inner ear that can lead to dizzy spells and hearing loss. In most cases, Meniere’s disease affects only one ear. Signs and symptoms Signs and sympto...

An ear infection (otitis media) is an infection of the middle ear, the air-filled space behind the eardrum that contains the tiny vibrating bones of the ear. Children are more likely than adults to ge...

Hearing loss that occurs gradually as you age is common. Almost half of the people in the United States older than 65 have some degree of hearing loss. Aging and chronic exposure to loud noises contri...

Acoustic neuroma, also known as vestibular schwannoma, is a noncancerous and usually slow-growing tumor that develops on the main nerve leading from your inner ear to your brain. Branches of this nerv...

Pregnancy and prenatal care go hand in hand. Learn more about what to expect at your prenatal visits below. What to expect each trimester First trimester Second trimester ...

Massage therapy during pregnancy focuses on the special needs of the mother as her body changes throughout pregnancy. After the baby is born, many mothers appreciate the relaxing and nurturing qualiti...

If you're an expectant parent ― but not the pregnant one ― you may be wondering where you fit in. It's important to be involved in your partner's pregnancy, from going along to the first doctor's visi...

Starting or growing a family is an exciting time. One of the many steps to preparing for baby is to select a provider who cares for you during pregnancy, labor and delivery. Women can choose from fami...

Eat well During pregnancy, you'll be eating for two ― you and your baby. However, don't think of this as eating twice as much. Instead, think of it as eating twice as well. Most of your baby's major o...

Up to 80% of people with dementia experience pain. Learn how to recognize it and advocate for pain management for your loved one.