Amidst 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 a hearing aid fitting. You may not even get around to shopping for hearing aids whatsoever. However, putting off on treatment for hearing loss is a lot more than […]
In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, our ears often bear the brunt of neglect and accidental harm. From the allure of ear candling to the seemingly harmless act of using cotton swabs, our hearing health can suffer from these common yet dangerous practices. Below, we delve into four important strategies to safeguard your […]
You most likely don’t give a lot of thought to earwax accumulation unless you’re in the process of cleaning it out. However, comprehending what causes earwax, how it develops, and its purpose is crucial. What triggers the buildup of earwax? Earwax, technically known as cerumen, is a thick blend of debris, hair, skin particles, sweat, […]
Hearing loss can impact many areas of your day-to-day life. Neglected hearing loss, for example, can impact your professional life, your favorite hobbies, and even your relationships. Communication can become tense for couples who are dealing with hearing loss. Animosity can develop from the increased stress and more frequent quarrels. In other words, left uncontrolled, […]
Your workplace recently adopted the trend of open-office floor plans, promoting cooperation and teamwork. However, you find yourself struggling in this new configuration. Not because you miss the privacy of cubicle walls, but because the increased noise makes it difficult 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 start taking it. Can it give you a stomach ache? Will it cause your mouth to dry out? Make you sleepy? You might not even know about some of the more impactful side effects, such as hearing loss. Many different […]
Is age a factor in the development of hearing loss? Hearing loss is a common gradually progressing condition that impacts all adults. Actually, over one half of people 75 and older have a hard time hearing. Presbycusis Presbycusis is defined as age-related hearing loss or the gradual process of hearing loss as we age. There’s […]
It’s not fun when you can’t sleep at night. Especially when it occurs frequently. You lie awake tossing and turning, checking the time over and over, and worrying about how exhausted you will be tomorrow. When these kinds of sleepless nights persistently occur, medical professionals tend to use the label “insomnia”. With insomnia, the drawbacks […]
Genetic predisposition, aging, and prolonged exposure to loud noise are all familiar factors that can contribute to hearing loss. However, you may find it interesting to discover the link between diabetes and hearing impairment. Let’s dig a little deeper into that. How is your risk of experiencing hearing loss raised by diabetes? The prevalence of […]
DIY is all the rage nowadays and everybody likes a quick easy fix. Sink Leaking? Just search YouTube for the suitable plumbing tutorial, buy the suggested tools, and go to work! It might take you a little bit longer than it would take a plumber, but there’s no replacement for the gratification you feel, right? […]
