Purbeck Ear Care

29/04/2025

Who knew ear wax could tell us so much about our health?!

https://www.bbc.co.uk/future/article/20250424-what-your-earwax-can-reveal-about-your-health

Purbeck Ear Care - It's not just about ear wax removal

Earwax can contain valuable indicators to a person's health. Now scientists are analysing its chemistry in the hope of finding new ways of diagnosing diseases.

29/04/2025

I had an interesting client this morning who is undergoing immunotherapy for their melanoma and came to me because their hearing in the left ear had greatly reduced, felt full, with the tinnitus increased.

I was worried that it may be a side effect of the immunotherapy where there is a rare risk of permenant hearing loss https://www.oncnursingnews.com/view/increasing-awareness-of-audiovestibular-adverse-events-from-immune-checkpoint-inhibitors

Upon observation I found the ear full of wax and when I removed the top wax plug revealed a suspected otitis externa (outer ear infection) for which I sent the client to the GP for diagnosis and treatment.

Even with the wax plug removed and wax/potential infected debris on the Tympanic Membrane (ear drum), their hearing was greatly improved but I still cautioned about the risk to hearing from the immunotherapy and to keep an eye out for it.

Purbeck Ear Care - It's not just about ear wax removal.

Oncology nurses play a critical role in identifying and managing rare audiovestibular complications associated with immune checkpoint inhibitors to prevent permanent hearing loss and improve patients' quality of life.

17/04/2025

Just to make it absolutely clear that Purbeck Ear Care clinic is a safe space for ALL.

I am here to support your ear health and it is my priority that you feel safe, seen, and heard.

I support many diverse groups in Purbeck according to their individual needs, identity, and expression.

And I wouldn't have it any other way 😁

05/02/2025

Just a reminder that the free drop in clinic will be between 2 - 4pm today

03/02/2025

As my advanced training wraps up in February there will be a slight disruption to opening hours.

Free ear wax assessment clinics will be:
Weds 5th 2-4pm
Mon 10th 2-4pm
Weds 19th 10am-12 noon
Mon 24th 2-4pm

Clinic will be closed:
Weds 12th - Fri 14th
Fri 21st
Weds 26th

Normal opening hours will still be running between and after these dates ie:
Tues to Fri 10am - 4pm

Following from this final stage of advanced training the clinic will be providing hearing test screening, tympanometry (middle ear and ear drum assessment), and custom ear plugs. Please get in contact if you wod like to make an appointment.

03/01/2025

Whoohoo! Only a year ago the clinic opened its doors in Commercial Road!

And what a year!

Had the Mayor and Deputy Mayor popping in, 53 five star reviews on Google 🌟, went to university to enhance my aural care and microsuction training, and made some wonderful friends in TheheartofSwanage. More to come in this next year too 😁

Having a lush hot chocolate from Chococo Swanage to celebrate ☕️🎉

24/12/2024

Last ear wax removal of 2024 with one very happy client. A little nervous about it as was my brother in law who is a superman paramedic. No pressure there then 🤣

Have a wonderful Christmas all and here's to a clear hearing 2025!

17/12/2024

It's not everyday you get the local Mayor and Deputy Mayor popping round to have their ears checked. I'm pleased to say Tina Foster's ears are lovely and clear!

Clear Ears Purbeck is changing name to Purbeck Ear Care to embrace the new services that are coming soon to this little local independent business in TheheartofSwanage. Watch this space to find out more!

13/12/2024

The clinic is back open with appointments still available in the run up to Christmas. The only decision you need to make is do you need to hear the family this season?...

Opening times are as follows:

Tuesday 17th Dec: 10am – 12 noon, 1pm – 4pm
Wednesday 18th Dec: 11am – 12 noon, 1pm – 4pm
Thursday 19th Dec: 10am – 1pm
Friday 20th Dec: 1pm – 4pm
Thursday 2nd Jan: 10am – 12 noon, 1pm – 4pm
Friday 3rd Jan: 1pm – 4pm

Online Booking: PurbeckEarCare.co.uk
Email: helen@purbeckEarCare.co.uk

20/11/2024

Appointments are still available for this Friday and Saturday before I close for 2 weeks

20/11/2024

The clinic will be closed for renovations between 25th Nov - 8th Dec

27/09/2024

First day with Abbey Hearing in Dorchester and got to meet some of my colleagues. I think I'm going to like working here... 😍🐾🐾