Epidemiology [Auditory tube (Eustachii), Bna; B. Eustachius]

Eustachian tube and its importance for ear health

The Eustachian (auditory) tube, also known as the Eustachian canal, is a tube that connects the tympanic cavity of the middle ear to the nasopharynx. The eustachian tube is pierced by the auditory ossicle of the middle ear, which is necessary for the transmission of sound pressure between the middle ear and the oral cavity. Any disruption to the Eustachian tube can lead to hearing loss, so it is important to keep this tube healthy.

Function of the Eustachian tubes

One of the important properties of the Eustachian tube is that it ensures equalization of air pressure in the inner ear. Air pressure in the nasopharynx can change dramatically during breathing, and the eustachian tube ensures that these pressure fluctuations are effectively transmitted to the middle ear. This helps maintain body balance and maintains proper function of the auditory ossicles. If the eustachian tubes are functioning normally, pressure fluctuations can be transmitted from the eustachian canal to the eardrum, allowing adequate fluid movement in the middle ear, allowing the middle ear itself to function normally.

Caring for the Eustachian Tube

Maintaining ear hygiene is the first thing you should do to maintain the health of the Eustachian canal and maintain the normal state of the auditory system. It is important to keep your ear canals clean, especially if you use a stethoscope or other instruments that can clog the eustachian tube. It is necessary to clean the Eustachian canal with a cotton swab or use special medical instruments to clean the canal from plaque (specially designed ear drops, washing with saline solution, etc.)

Also, maintaining a healthy Eustachian tube can be ensured by instilling a nasal douche or a regular NaCl solution (saline) into the nostrils. This allows you to close the Eustachian canal from any external influences that lead to disruption of its functioning. Additional preventative care for the Eustachian canal can be provided by regular nasal hygiene. Pay attention to your breathing, avoid all kinds of long flights, loud noises or significant changes in pressure. In addition, watch your lying position, try to sleep with your head level.

But what to do if the Eustachian tube is disrupted?

When the Eustacheus tube stops working properly, a number of problems arise, including worsening