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, […]
Why is it essential to get your hearing screened regularly? Well, the fact is that hearing loss can have considerable and long-term effects on your overall health. Getting your hearing tested regularly can help you detect hearing loss early, get care faster, and, improve your health, wellness, and quality of life. Getting a hearing exam […]
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 could need an upgrade. Comparable to prescription glasses, hearing aids are customized to accommodate your specific auditory needs, requiring regular reassessment. Assuming correct programming and fitting, here’s a guide for […]
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 […]
Muffled hearing can present for lots of reasons. In most instances, this condition is short-term. But muffled hearing can also be a sign that a more severe hearing issue is taking place. That’s because, in general, hearing loss is a gradually developing condition. Symptoms build gradually and over time. In many cases, one of the […]
Nowadays, the mobile phone network is much more reliable (and there’s a lot less static involved). But sometimes, it will still be difficult to hear what the person on the other end is saying. And for people who have hearing loss, it can be especially difficult. Now, you may be thinking: there’s a simple solution […]
Caring for your hearing aids likely seems simple enough. When you initially obtained your hearing aids, you most likely got a set of care guidelines, after all. In regard to routine hearing aid maintenance, the majority of hearing specialists will give you a step-by-step instruction tutorial. Still, getting that much information at once means you […]
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 […]
