Between hectic schedules and the distractions of events, it’s all too simple to put off important 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 holding off on treatment […]
In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, our ears often shoulder the burden of neglect and accidental harm. There are a few common but dangerous practices, including utilizing cotton swabs and ear candling, that will put your hearing health at risk. What follows are a few strategies you can use to help safeguard the […]
It’s likely that earwax and its accumulation haven’t been subjects of significant contemplation for you, except perhaps during ear hygiene sessions. Still, it’s crucial to have an understanding of its purpose and how it forms. So why does earwax accumulate? Earwax, also technically called cerumen, is made up of a combination of sweat, skin particles, […]
Hearing loss can impact many aspects of your day-to-day life. Neglected hearing loss, for example, can affect 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 unchecked, […]
Why is it important to get your hearing assessed on a regular basis? That’s because your general health can be significantly impacted by hearing loss. Your quality of life will be improved, your health will be enhanced, and you will get the right treatment quicker if you get evaluated regularly. Who should get a hearing […]
Physically, you will usually get a number of years out of your hearing aids, but as your degree of hearing loss changes, your hearing aids may need an update. Similar to prescription glasses, hearing aids are customized to accommodate your specific auditory needs, requiring regular reassessment. Assuming appropriate programming and fitting, here’s a guide for […]
Your workplace recently embraced the trend of open-office floor plans, promoting collaboration and teamwork. But this new arrangement has become difficult for you. It’s because the elevated noise is making it hard to follow along with conversation and not because you miss the privacy of cubical walls. The inability to follow along with conversations in […]
It’s normal to want to learn about the side effects of a medication when you begin using it. Can it cause digestive issues? Will it dehydrate you? Cause sleeplessness? You might not even be aware of some of the more impactful side effects, such as hearing loss. Ototoxicity is the medical name professionals have given […]
There are a large number of reasons for muffled hearing. For most individuals, it’s a short-term experience. In other cases, muffled hearing can be a harbinger of more serious hearing-related issues. That’s because, for the most part, hearing loss is a slowly progressing condition. Symptoms develop slowly over a long time period. Typically, one of […]
Modern cell phones have become much clearer and more reliable nowadays. But sometimes, it will still be challenging to hear what the person on the other end is saying. And for people who have hearing loss, it can be particularly difficult. Now, you may be thinking: there’s a simple solution for that, right? Can’t you […]
