Fluid in the ear (otitis media) occurs when the eustachian tube becomes blocked, trapping fluid inside. Causes for otitis media include: Enlargement of the adenoids, turbinates, or sinus tissue The horizontal position of the eustachian tube in children which is prone to the accumulation of debris and fluid How Ear Grommets Are Inserted While the surgical insertion of an ear grommet takes only around 15 minutes to perform, general anesthesia is usually required....

So much, in fact, that the veteran safety hopes to sign a ceremonial contract that will allow him to retire a Seahawk when he decides to hang up his helmet. “I envision myself retiring as a Seahawk,” Thomas said Wednesday on The Rich Eisen Show. “I would never burn a bridge there. You know, I still love my teammates. I definitely see myself signing maybe a one-day deal, and hopefully, they’ll hang my jersey in the rafters....

Melanoma is the most aggressive form of skin cancer, but it is often curable in the early stages. From immunotherapy drugs to surgery, there are several possible treatment options that can be used, depending on the stage. This article discusses what the melanoma stages mean. It also presents some of the common treatment options for people with an early-stage melanoma diagnosis. Stage 0 (In Situ) Melanoma Stage 0 is the earliest stage of melanoma....

Lately, executives have been wringing their hands about how crowded the movie marketplace is. Peter Chernin, chairman of Twentieth Century Fox, says the studios will make fewer films ““if enough of us lose money by releasing too many.’’ Next summer they might. There’ll be so many movies about aliens you’ll wonder if there’s intelligent life … in Hollywood. (Thanks for nothing, ““Independence Day.’’) But battling sci-fi movies are only the beginning....

Steve Letarte employed the perfect fuel strategy Sunday and Earnhardt held off Kevin Harvick on a late restart for his second win this season at Pocono Raceway. The win was Earnhardt’s third of the season and his first sweep of a track since 2002 at Talladega. It was the fifth straight win at Pocono for Hendrick Motorsports. Harvick rallied from a speeding penalty and a wreck to challenge Earnhardt at the end and finish second....

This Earth Day—an annual event celebrated internationally every year on April 22 to show support for environmental policy changes—we take a look at just some examples of how the spread of the novel coronavirus is affecting the Earth. Greenhouse gas emissions As economies grind to a halt in the face of the pandemic, with impacts on transport, electricity demand and industrial activity, emissions of greenhouse gases are also falling in many areas....

ALSO READ | INDIAN LEGENDS TO PLAY IN DELHI ON TUESDAY Alvito, a former India international who had a long stint at the Kolkata club, has been part of the player recruitment process for the last few years and had travelled to England earlier this week to scout strikers for the Red and Golds. Former India international Tushar Rakshit was also supposed to accompany him but had to stay back due to issues in getting visa....

It is best to grow crops requiring minimal maintenance, this means those that are ready to harvest within a short time, and are hardy against the peril of pests and disease. So believe it or not, kickstarting a vegetable garden does not have to be a huge feat. Here are some easy vegetables to grow (even if you are a novice). Tips for Growing Vegetables Rachel Fernie, spokesperson for garden experts Hillarys, believes planning and recognizing what you are working with can be key to reaping a bumper harvest....

Wash each piece of the essential oil bottle if you’re going to reuse it. If your essential oil bottle has a plastic cap with an internal dropper, this pops off of the bottle too. Place the other bottle pieces in the bowl to soak, too. You might pour this water into your essential oil diffuser once the pipettes are done soaking to use up the oily water. Stir the soap around with your hands or a spoon so it’s well distributed in the water....

The safety pin shouldn’t be visible from the outside. If it is, take the safety pin back out and try again. Wrap tops have a front closure that’s formed when the 2 sides cross over your chest. It might be secured by a tie, button, or stitching if it’s a faux wrap. This fix only works for wrap tops and will be too noticeable on other styles. For solid colored tops, pick a cami or tank top that’s a neutral or complementary color....

This shortcut also works in most web browsers, like Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge. This shortcut also works in most web browsers, like Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge. Another option to open Magnifier is to press the Windows key and search for “Magnifier. " Another option to open Magnifier is to press the Windows key and search for “Magnifier. " You can press Win + Esc to close the Magnifier.

To remove the calamansi seeds without cutting through them, cut through the top 1/3 of the fruit rather than the center. Use the seeds right away after removing the outer layer. They still need to be moist to grow. If you bought the seeds rather than removed them from a plant, they probably have the outer layer removed already. Alternatively, you can place the seeds directly into damp potting soil, just deep enough to be completely covered by the soil....

This is a great trick to get kids to eat more bitter vegetables like broccoli, brussels sprouts, or cabbage. Add some cheese or cheese sauce to their veggies and they won’t notice the bitterness. [2] X Research source Pairing bitter tastes with sugar or chocolate also makes a unique dessert flavor. Don’t overdo it with the sugar! The American Heart Association recommends having no more than 25-36 g of sugar per day for good health, so watch how much you’re using and don’t exceed that limit....

Some facilities have specific times when you can shower, so make sure to check out the rules so you don’t miss your opportunity. After changing into dry clothes, you could lay out your wet clothes to dry if the weather is nice. If not, try to keep them in a plastic bag until you can dry them so they don’t get the rest of your belongings wet. Try to use the facilities early in the morning or later in the evening for the most privacy....

You can dry clean cotton, but since it’s tougher it can be machine washed many times. When you turn the hoodie inside out, don’t forget to pull the hood and sleeves out of the middle of the garment. Otherwise, they won’t get cleaned properly! Try to wash your hoodie in a smaller load to clean it as well as you can. Cold water will also prevent the hoodie from fading. Consult the hoodie’s care tag label to see how much detergent you should use....

A clean cloth, small towel, or even a sponge will work for cleaning your microbead pillow. Only dampen the outside fabric of the pillow, do not use so much water that you soak the fabric. Do not submerge the pillow in water or it could damage the microbeads inside. As with the soapy cloth, try not to get the outside of the pillow too wet. You don’t want the water to soak through the fabric to the microbeads....

Anna Masiello, 28, and Diogo Linhares, 29, met at a zero-waste event in October 2019 and are passionate about reducing waste. The bride and groom parties wore secondhand outfits, and the ceremony took place at Masiello’s uncle’s garden in Trieste, Italy. The guests were served a sustainably sourced plant-based menu and all of the decorations and furniture were either second-hand or rented. Masiello had her dress designed from off-cuts of factory materials, costing her just $455....

The cold war had at least one virtue: simplicity. We traded with our friends, not with our enemies. In the post-cold-war world, the distinction between allies and adversaries has blurred (exactly what is China?). So have our aims. Once we tried to “contain communism.” Now we pursue loftier but mushier goals of preserving peace, promoting global prosperity and nurturing democracy. In this sense, the new trade agreement’s larger meaning overshadows its actual text....

The skin on the eyelids is thin and prone to infection, which increases the risk of rashes around the eyes or eczema eyes. Also, people with eczema are at higher risk of other eye conditions, including conjunctivitis and an inflamed cornea. Continue reading to learn more about eczema eyes, including causes and prevention. What Does Eczema Around the Eyes Look Like? Eczema around the eyes is most common on the eyelids....

The English music star was given the nod to begin the 2021 season with a performance prior to the Buccaneers-Cowboys matchup in Tampa. NFL fans were left very, very confused afterward, and rightly so. MORE: Why the NFL picked Ed Sheeran for the 2021 kickoff concert Needless to say, Sheeran’s silky voice and dulcet tones aren’t exactly getting anyone hyped to watch adrenaline-juiced grown men hit each other, but the NFL’s continuing foray into the world of pop culture to grow the game domestically and internationally made Sheeran an easy choice....