Question

Give biological reasons for the following.

Throat infections can lead to ear infections.

Answer 1

Eustachian tube:

1. Eustachian tube is a portion of the middle ear.
2. There is a connection between the eustachian tube and pharynx, which provides pressure on each side of the eardrum.
3. Due to this connection, throat infections can lead to ear infections also.
4. Eustachian tube also helps in draining the fluid.