When you start on a course of medication, it’s normal to want to be educated about any possible side effects. Can it upset your stomach? Will it cause dry mouth? Make you sleepy? You may not even know about some of the more impactful side effects, such as hearing loss. Many different medications are known […]
Muffled hearing can present for lots of reasons. For the majority of people, it’s a temporary situation. But muffled hearing can also be an indication that a more serious hearing issue is happening. In part, that’s because, aside from sudden hearing loss, hearing loss is typically not a condition that develops suddenly. Symptoms develop slowly […]
Contemporary cell phones have become much clearer and more dependable nowadays. But that doesn’t mean everyone can hear you all the time. As a matter of fact, there’s one population for whom using a phone isn’t always a reliable experience: those who have hearing loss. Now, you may be thinking: there’s a simple remedy for […]
Contemporary cell phones have become much clearer and more dependable nowadays. But that doesn’t mean everyone can hear you all the time. As a matter of fact, there’s one population for whom using a phone isn’t always a reliable experience: those who have hearing loss. Now, you may be thinking: there’s a simple remedy for […]
It most likely seems like a simple thing to take care of your hearing aids. After all, you were likely given a set of care instructions when you originally purchased your devices. With regard to regular hearing aid maintenance, most hearing specialists will give you a step-by-step instruction tutorial. Still, getting all of that information […]
Does hearing loss worsen as you get older? Hearing loss is one of the most prevalent conditions affecting all adults as they get older, but it’s a slow process. Actually, over one half of people 75 and older have difficulty hearing. Presbycusis Presbycusis is defined as age-related hearing loss or the gradual process of hearing […]
It’s no fun when you can’t sleep at night. And when it happens frequnetly, it’s especially vexing. You toss and turn and maybe stare at the clock (or your phone) and stress about just how exhausted you’ll be the next day. Medical professionals call this sort of persistent sleeplessness “insomnia”. Over time, the effects of […]
You may be familiar with the various aspects contributing to hearing loss, like the impact of aging, genetic predisposition within families, or extended exposure to loud noises. However, you might find it intriguing to understand the link between diabetes and hearing loss. Allow us to elaborate. How does diabetes increase your risk of hearing loss? […]
In contrast to popular opinion, winter is fun! Well, if you need to go somewhere, it can definitely be a challenge. Or if you aren’t properly prepared. But there are lots of fun things to do in those chillier winter months. Don’t believe us? Skiing and sledding aren’t the only fun things you can do […]
DIY is all the rage these days and everyone appreciates a quick easy fix. Got a leaky sink? Just search YouTube for the ideal plumbing tutorial, go get the recommended tools, and get to work! It may take you a little bit longer than it would take a plumber, but there’s no replacement for the […]
