It isn’t uncommon for people to have ringing in their ears, also called tinnitus. It’s one of the most common health conditions in the world with some estimates indicating that up to 10 percent of the population experiences it at one time or another. Even though the most common manifestation of tinnitus is a phantom […]
Between hectic schedules and the distractions of events, it’s all too easy to put off essential appointments, such as those with a hearing specialist or for fitting hearing aids. You may not even get around to shopping for hearing aids whatsoever. But hearing loss impacts more than just your ears and delaying treatment can have […]
Our ears are frequently what carry the load of accidental harm from neglect in our hectic day-to-day lives. From the allure of ear candling to the apparently harmless act of utilizing cotton swabs, our hearing health can suffer from these common yet dangerous practices. What follows are a few strategies you can use to help […]
You most likely don’t give a lot of thought to earwax accumulation unless you’re in the process of cleaning it out. Still, it’s essential to have an understanding of its purpose and how it develops. What causes the accumulation of earwax? Earwax, also technically called cerumen, is composed of a combination of sweat, skin particles, […]
Hearing loss can affect many areas of your daily life. Untreated hearing loss, for instance, can affect your professional life, your favorite hobbies, and even your relationships. For couples who are coping with hearing loss, communication can become strained. Animosity can develop from the increased tension and more frequent quarrels. In other words, left uncontrolled, […]
Why is it essential to have your hearing examined on a regular basis? Well, the truth is that hearing loss can have considerable and long-term effects on your general health. Your quality of life will be improved, your health will be enhanced, and you will get the right treatment faster if you get screened regularly. […]
Physically, you will usually get a number of years out of your hearing aids, but as your level of hearing loss changes, your hearing aids might need an update. Comparable to prescription glasses, hearing aids are personalized to support your specific auditory needs, requiring regular reassessment. Assuming appropriate programming and fitting, here’s a guideline for […]
Your workplace recently embraced the trend of open-office floor plans, encouraging collaboration and teamwork. However, you find yourself struggling in this new setup. Not because you miss the privacy of cubicle walls, but because the elevated noise makes it hard to follow conversations. Even if standard hearing tests indicate completely normal hearing, the inability to […]
It’s normal to want to learn about the side effects of a medication when you begin taking it. Can it trigger digestive issues? Will it cause your mouth to dry out? Cause insomnia? You may not even be aware of some of the more impactful side effects, including hearing loss. Ototoxicity is the medical name […]
Muffled hearing can happen for a large number of reasons. For the majority of people, it’s a short-term situation. In other cases, muffled hearing can be a precursor of more significant hearing-related issues. That’s because, for the most part, hearing loss is a gradually developing condition. Symptoms develop gradually and over time. One of the […]
