About Ear, Hearing & Balance Disorders
Your ears do more than help you hear. The inner ear also controls your sense of balance. That is why ear problems can show up in many ways: hearing loss, ear pain or discharge, a blocked feeling, ringing in the ears, dizziness or unsteadiness.
At Centosa, our ENT specialists look at the ear as a whole. We use detailed ear examination, hearing tests and balance assessment to find the root cause. We then offer personalized treatment, from medication and simple in-clinic procedures to advanced ear surgery when needed.
Healthy ears help you hear clearly and stay steady on your feet.
Ear, Hearing & Balance Disorders
Expert diagnosis and treatment for hearing loss, ear infections, tinnitus and eardrum problems, from careful ENT assessment and medical therapy to advanced ear surgery.
01
Hearing loss evaluation & ENT assessment
Find the cause and level of hearing loss and plan the right care.
View detailsHearing loss can come on slowly or suddenly, in one or both ears. A careful ENT assessment finds out the type and cause, so we can treat what can be treated and plan the right support for the rest.
Common signs
- Asking people to repeat
- Trouble hearing in noise
- TV or phone turned up loud
- Muffled or blocked ear
- Ringing in the ears
- Hearing better on one side
Possible causes
- Earwax blockage
- Ear infection or fluid
- Eardrum damage
- Age-related hearing loss
- Noise exposure
- Sudden hearing loss
How we assess it
- Detailed ear examination under magnification
- Hearing tests (audiometry) and middle-ear tests (tympanometry)
- Scans only when needed
- A clear plan: medicines, procedures, surgery or hearing aids
Sudden hearing loss in one ear is urgent. Please see a doctor as soon as possible.
02
Ear infections & chronic ear disease
Treat painful, discharging or repeatedly infected ears.
View detailsEar infections can affect the outer ear canal or the middle ear behind the eardrum. Most settle with the right treatment, but infections that keep coming back or keep discharging need a proper ENT evaluation to protect hearing.
Common symptoms
- Ear pain
- Discharge from the ear
- Reduced hearing
- Itching or blocked feeling
- Fever (often in children)
- Bad smell from the ear
Common types
- Outer ear infection
- Middle ear infection
- Chronic discharging ear (CSOM)
- Cholesteatoma
How we treat it
- Gentle cleaning of the ear canal under magnification
- Targeted ear drops and medicines
- Advice on keeping the ear dry
- Surgery for chronic disease when needed
03
Tinnitus & ear-related complaints
Relief for ringing, blocked-ear feeling, ear pain and fullness.
View detailsTinnitus is hearing a sound, such as ringing, buzzing or hissing, that has no outside source. It often comes with other ear complaints. Finding and treating the cause can bring real relief.
Common complaints
- Ringing or buzzing
- Blocked-ear feeling
- Ear fullness or pressure
- Ear pain
- Itchy ears
- Sensitivity to sound
Common causes
- Earwax
- Ear infections
- Noise exposure
- Age-related hearing loss
- Eustachian tube problems
- Stress and poor sleep
How we help
- Ear examination and hearing tests
- Treating the underlying cause
- Sound therapy and practical coping advice
- Hearing aids when hearing loss is present
04
Eardrum perforation & middle-ear disorders
Diagnosis and care for a damaged eardrum and middle-ear disease.
View detailsA perforation is a hole or tear in the eardrum. It can follow an infection, an injury or a sudden change in pressure. Middle-ear disorders affect the space behind the eardrum and can reduce hearing.
Common causes
- Middle ear infection
- Cotton buds or sharp objects
- A slap or blast injury
- Sudden pressure change
Common symptoms
- Reduced hearing
- Ear discharge
- Ringing in the ear
- Pain at the time of injury
How we treat it
- Examination under magnification and hearing tests
- Many small perforations heal on their own in a few weeks
- Keeping the ear dry and treating any infection
- Eardrum repair surgery if it does not heal
05
Myringoplasty / tympanoplasty
Repair of the eardrum and middle-ear structures to restore ear health.
View detailsMyringoplasty repairs a hole in the eardrum. Tympanoplasty repairs the eardrum and, when needed, the tiny hearing bones behind it. Both aim to close the ear, stop repeated infections and protect or improve hearing.
When it is advised
- A perforation that has not healed on its own
- Repeated discharge through the perforation
- Hearing loss caused by the perforation
What to expect
- Done through the ear canal or a small cut behind the ear
- The repair uses a thin graft of your own tissue
- Most patients go home the same day or the next
- Keep the ear dry for a few weeks while it heals
06
Ear surgery
Precise, careful surgery for selected ear conditions.
View detailsWhen medicines are not enough, carefully planned ear surgery can clear long-standing disease, repair damaged structures and protect your hearing. Every surgery is planned around your ear and your hearing test results.
Procedures we offer
- Tympanoplasty
- Mastoidectomy
- Grommet (ear tube) insertion
- Ear canal procedures
When it is needed
- Chronic ear infection or discharge that keeps coming back
- Cholesteatoma
- Eardrum or middle-ear damage affecting hearing
- Fluid behind the eardrum that does not clear (children)
Our approach
- Surgery under a microscope or endoscope
- Clear explanation of benefits and risks before surgery
- Regular follow-up until the ear has fully healed
Conditions We Treat
We diagnose and manage a wide range of ear, hearing and balance conditions, including:
Hearing Loss
(Conductive, Sensorineural & Mixed)
Sudden Hearing Loss
(Sudden & Noise-Induced)
Ear Infections
(Outer & Middle Ear, Acute)
Chronic Ear Discharge
(CSOM & Cholesteatoma)
Eardrum Perforation
(Hole in the Eardrum)
Earwax Problems
(Impaction & Blockage)
Tinnitus
(Ringing in the Ears)
Learn more →Vertigo & Balance
(BPPV, Ménière's & more)
Learn more →
Our Approach
Accurate Diagnosis. Effective Treatment. Lasting Results.
-
Consultation & Ear Examination
Understanding your symptoms, with a detailed microscopic or endoscopic ear exam
-
Hearing & Balance Tests
Audiometry, tympanometry and vertigo/balance assessment
-
Personalized Treatment Plan
Medical, procedural or surgical care, tailored to your condition
-
Follow-up & Rehabilitation
Regular reviews, hearing rehabilitation and balance exercises
Advanced Treatments & Solutions
From accurate diagnosis to long-term relief, we offer modern treatment options matched to the cause of your ear, hearing or balance problem, including:
Hearing Tests & Hearing Aids
A complete hearing assessment to find the type and level of hearing loss, followed by modern hearing aid selection, fitting and follow-up.
Ear Cleaning & Wax Removal
Safe, painless removal of wax and debris under direct view, using endoscopic or microscope guidance to protect the ear canal and eardrum.
Medical & Balance Management
Medicines and treatment plans for ear infections, sudden hearing loss, tinnitus, vertigo and dizziness, including balance exercises where needed.
Ear Surgery
Procedures such as eardrum repair, mastoid and middle-ear surgery, advised only when medicines and other treatments are not enough.
Take the First Step
Towards Healthier Ears
Book a consultation with our ENT specialists for expert care of ear, hearing and balance problems, for the whole family.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about ear, hearing and balance problems.