Chances are, earwax and its buildup haven’t been subjects of significant consideration for you, except perhaps 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, scientifically known as cerumen, is a thick combination of debris, hair, skin particles, sweat, and […]
Hearing loss can affect many areas of your daily life. Neglected hearing loss, for example, can impact your professional life, your favorite pastimes, and even your relationships. Communication can become strained for couples who are coping with hearing loss. This can cause increased stress, more disputes, and even the development of animosity. If neglected, in […]
Your workplace recently embraced the trend of open-office floor plans, promoting cooperation and teamwork. But this new arrangement has become difficult for you. It’s because the elevated noise is making it challenging to follow along with conversation and not because you miss the privacy of cubical walls. Even if standard hearing tests indicate totally fine […]
It’s normal to want to understand the side effects of a medication when you start using it. Can it upset your stomach? Will it dehydrate you? Make you drowsy? You may not even know about some of the more impactful side effects, such as hearing loss. Ototoxicity is the medical name professionals have given this […]
Does hearing loss worsen as you age? Hearing loss is one of the most prevalent conditions affecting all adults as they age, but it is a slow process. Half of people older than 75 have difficulty with their hearing, as a matter of fact. Presbycusis The slowly developing condition of hearing loss as we age […]
Sleepless nights aren’t any fun. And when it happens frequnetly, it’s particularly 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 chronic sleeplessness “insomnia”. With insomnia, the downsides of not sleeping will then […]
Genetic predisposition, aging, and extended exposure to loud noise are all common factors that can contribute to hearing loss. But the link between hearing loss and diabetes isn’t as well known. Let’s dig a little bit deeper into that. How is your risk of experiencing hearing loss increased by diabetes? As per the CDC, 9% […]
Everybody loves an easy fix, especially when the solution is also a DIY fix. Sink Leaking? Just search YouTube for the right plumbing tutorial, go get the suggested tools, and get to work! It may take you a little bit longer than it would take a plumber, but there’s no substitute for the gratification you […]
Hearing loss is a common challenge for older people, but does it warrant giving up driving? Driving habits differ amongst different individuals so the response isn’t straightforward. Even if some adjustments need to be made to the radio volume, hearing loss shouldn’t mean a competent driver has to quit driving. Whether hearing loss poses a […]
It’s an awesome and wonderful experience, having a child. But when it comes to how it can make you feel, it can be pretty unpleasant, at least sometimes. There’s the morning sickness, the difference in your body, the health challenges, and all kinds of weird side effects. None of this takes away from the joy […]
