You probably don’t give much thought to earwax accumulation unless you’re in the process of clearing it out. Nonetheless, comprehending what causes earwax, how it forms, and its purpose is crucial. So why does earwax accumulate? Earwax, technically called cerumen, is a thick blend of debris, hair, skin particles, sweat, and ceruminous gland secretions. This […]
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. This can cause increased tension, more disputes, and even the development of animosity. In other words, […]
Why is it essential to get your hearing tested regularly? That’s because your general health can be significantly affected by hearing loss. Your quality of life will be improved, your health will be improved, and you will get proper treatment sooner if you get tested regularly. Getting a hearing exam – who should do it? […]
Physically, you will normally 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. Getting regular hearing exams is key to making sure your hearing aids are programmed and fit properly. Here are a number of tips to help you […]
Your workplace recently adopted the trend of open-office floor plans, encouraging collaboration and teamwork. But this new setup has become challenging for you. Not because you miss the privacy of cubicle walls, but because the elevated noise makes it hard to follow conversations. The inability to follow conversations in loud environments often serves as an […]
It’s natural to want to learn about the side effects of a medication when you start using it. Can it cause digestive issues? Will it cause dry mouth? Cause insomnia? There may also be a more severe possible side effect that you might not be aware of – hearing loss. Many different medications are known […]
There are a large number of reasons for muffled hearing. In most instances, this situation is short-term. In other cases, muffled hearing can be a harbinger of more significant hearing-related issues. That’s because, in general, hearing loss is a slowly developing condition. Symptoms appear gradually over a long time period. One of the first symptoms […]
Nowadays, the cellular phone network is much more reliable (and there’s a lot less static involved). But sometimes, it will still be hard to hear what the individual on the other end is saying. And for individuals who have hearing loss, it can be particularly difficult. Now, you might be thinking: there’s an easy fix […]
Taking care of your hearing aids probably feels easy enough. After all, you were likely given a set of care instructions when you first purchased your devices. With regard to routine hearing aid maintenance, most hearing specialists will give you a step-by-step instruction tutorial. Still, getting all of that information at once means you probably […]
Does hearing loss worsen as you get older? Hearing loss is a common gradually advancing condition that affects all adults. Half of people over the age of 75 have trouble with their hearing, as a matter of fact. Presbycusis Presbycusis is defined as age-related hearing loss or the gradual process of hearing loss as we […]
