Awareness about tinnitus is spreading and many people consider chronic tinnitus as devastating as hearing loss. If you suffer from tinnitus, then you know how agonizing the constant ringing sensation can be. But fortunately over the years doctors have started… Read More
Posts Tagged ‘ear health’
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Three Ways to Protect Your Hearing
It’s so important to make sure that you protect your hearing as much as you can. Hearing loss is irreversible in most cases, so it is better to take preventative measures now to help your hearing health. Here are three… Read More
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What You Should Know About Labyrinthitis
The inner ear is a magnificent example of design; each part, no matter how small works together to transform vibrations and airwaves into recognizable sounds that we can hear and understand. Because the inner ear has so many parts, there… Read More
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The Science of Hearing
Hearing is one of our most critical senses. While we can certainly live without it, many of our cultural ideas and touchstones rely on our ability to hear. But, how does hearing work? The answer, while complicated, can be explained… Read More
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How Spring Allergies May Hurt Your Ear Health
If you are dreading the pollen this spring, you are far from alone. Over fifty million Americans suffer from allergies this time of year. In addition to the discomfort, environmental allergies can do damage on your ears. Here are a… Read More
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How is Tinnitus Linked to Hearing Loss?
Many people know tinnitus as the infamous “ringing in the ears.” In reality, tinnitus can sound like many things. People experience a range of sounds with tinnitus, from ringing to buzzing, hissing, whistling, and more. When you experience tinnitus, or… Read More
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Your First Audiology Appointment: What to Expect
Maybe you developed some recent concerns about your hearing, or you decided that taking a holistic approach to your health should include getting regular checkups for your ears. Either way, if you’ve never been to an audiologist before, you might… Read More
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How You Can Protect Your Hearing During the Winter
This winter, with temperatures dropping sometimes into the single digits, cold weather health and safety has been more important than ever. But as you may know, it is just as important to protect your ears while you are bundling up… Read More
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The Four Types of Hearing Loss
When you or a loved one suffers from hearing loss, it may be a result of a variety of causes. While some are born without the ability to hear, others may suffer from one of the many causes of permanent… Read More
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The Dangers of Cotton Swabs for Your Ears
Often times, people view ear wax as something that is gross and unsanitary. Because of this, when people notice ear wax is in their ears, they may try to clean it out with a cotton swab. While this may seem… Read More