Red ear syndrome

Red Ear Syndrome

Red Ear Syndrome (RES) is a rare medical condition characterized by episodes of severe burning pain and redness in the ears. The condition can affect one or both ears and can occur in people of all ages, although it is more common in adults.

Pronunciation

Red Ear Syndrome: /rɛd/ /ɪər/ /ˈsɪndroʊm/

Etymology

The term "Red Ear Syndrome" is derived from the primary symptom of the condition, which is redness and burning pain in the ears. The word "syndrome" comes from the Greek word "syndromē," which means "concurrence of symptoms," or "running together."

Symptoms

The main symptom of Red Ear Syndrome is a sudden, intense burning pain in one or both ears. The affected ear may also turn red, hence the name of the condition. Other symptoms may include tinnitus, headache, and vertigo. The symptoms can last from a few seconds to hours.

Causes

The exact cause of Red Ear Syndrome is unknown. However, it is thought to be related to problems with the autonomic nervous system, which controls the body's automatic functions like heart rate and blood pressure. Other possible causes include migraine, temporomandibular joint disorder, and cervical spine disorder.

Treatment

Treatment for Red Ear Syndrome is aimed at managing the symptoms. This may include pain relievers, anticonvulsants, and tricyclic antidepressants. In some cases, physical therapy or cognitive behavioral therapy may be recommended.

Related Terms

External links

Medical encyclopedia article on Red ear syndrome
Wikipedia's article - Red ear syndrome

This WikiMD dictionary article is a stub. You can help make it a full article.

Languages: - East Asian 中文, 日本, 한국어, South Asian हिन्दी, Urdu, বাংলা, తెలుగు, தமிழ், ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian Indonesian, Vietnamese, Thai, မြန်မာဘာသာ, European español, Deutsch, français, русский, português do Brasil, Italian, polski