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Dr. Wayne J. Harsha, M.D.

Ear-Nose and Throat Doctor (ENT)

Dr. Wayne Harsha is an ear, nose and throat (ENT) doctor, also known as an otolaryngologist, practicing in Tacoma, WA. Dr. Harsha specializes in diseases and disorders of the ear, nose and throat as well as other parts of the head and neck. Such structures an ENT may work on include the sinuses, larynx (voice box) and mouth in addition to the ear, nose and throat. There are seven areas of expertise that an ENT might specialize in, and these are: allergies; facial reconstructive surgery; head and neck; laryngology; otology/neurotology; pediatric otolaryngology; and rhinology.
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23 years Experience
Dr. Wayne J. Harsha, M.D.
  • Newberry, SC
  • Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston
  • Accepting new patients

Ear infection?

The short answer is: Yes there is some OTC treatment that you can try. It will help with most types of ear canal infections, both bacterial and fungal. If, however, it does not READ MORE
The short answer is: Yes there is some OTC treatment that you can try. It will help with most types of ear canal infections, both bacterial and fungal. If, however, it does not work after 14 days, then I would highly recommend seeking care with an ENT in your area. The OTC treatment is this: Make a 1:1 mixture of plain 70% rubbing alcohol and plain white vinegar. Get an eye/ear dropper and fill your ear up with that mixture. Let it sit there for 3-5 minutes. Then tip your head to let it run out. Dab your ear dry so you don't smell like a pickle. Do that twice a day for 2 weeks. Hopefully that will help.

I'm losing my hearing?

It is possible that the hearing loss and plugging is from wax build-up in the ear canal. If so, then an OTC product called Debrox may work. However, if this does not work after READ MORE
It is possible that the hearing loss and plugging is from wax build-up in the ear canal. If so, then an OTC product called Debrox may work. However, if this does not work after a week, then you will likely need to seek care at an ENT office.
I hope this helped.

Wayne J. Harsha, MD