In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, our ears frequently shoulder the burden of neglect and accidental harm. 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 practices you can use to […]
Chances are, earwax and its buildup haven’t been subjects of extensive contemplation for you, except maybe during ear hygiene routines. Still, it’s crucial to have an understanding of its purpose and how it forms. So why does earwax build-up? Earwax, technically known as cerumen, is a thick blend of debris, hair, skin particles, sweat, and […]
Hearing loss can impact many areas of your day-to-day life. Neglected 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, […]
Your workplace has opted to promote teamwork and collaboration by opening up the office floor plan. However, you find yourself having difficulties 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 established hearing tests indicate perfectly normal hearing, […]
It’s normal to want to understand the side effects of a medication when you start taking it. Can it trigger digestive issues? Will it cause dehydration? Make you drowsy? You may not even be aware of some of the more impactful side effects, like hearing loss. Ototoxicity is the medical name professionals have given this […]
Is age a factor in the advancement of hearing loss? Hearing loss is one of the most common conditions impacting all adults as they age, but it is a slow process. Half of people over the age of 75 have difficulty with their hearing, as a matter of fact. Presbycusis Presbycusis is defined as age-related […]
Sleepless nights aren’t any fun. And when it occurs frequnetly, it’s especially vexing. You toss and turn and maybe stare at the clock (or your phone) and worry about just how exhausted you’ll be the next day. Medical professionals call this sort of chronic sleeplessness “insomnia”. Over time, the effects of persistent insomnia will add […]
Genetic predisposition, aging, and prolonged exposure to loud sound are all common factors that can contribute to hearing loss. But the link between hearing loss and diabetes is not as well known. Let’s dig a little bit deeper into that. How does diabetes raise your risk of hearing loss? As per the CDC, 9% or […]
Everybody loves a quick fix, particularly when the fix is also a DIY fix. Sink Leaking? Just search YouTube for the suitable plumbing tutorial, buy the suggested tools, and go to work! A plumber would probably be a little more efficient but then you wouldn’t get that feeling of self-satisfaction that comes with doing it […]
Many older individuals have hearing loss, but does that mean it’s hazardous for them to drive? Driving habits differ amongst different people so the response isn’t straightforward. Even if some adjustments have to be made to the volume of the radio, hearing loss shouldn’t mean a seasoned driver has to stop driving. Whether hearing loss […]
