Tiredness can have a wide range of causes, ranging from a simple sleepless night to respiratory problems such as sleep apnea. But many people are surprised to learn that chronic fatigue and exhaustion can also be due to something relatively common: hearing loss. To some extent, that’s because hearing loss can be a gradually-moving, subtle […]
For many people, the idea of hearing loss brings about fear and anxiety. It can be an intimidating thought that you may not be capable of hearing your world, and the fear that can result may stop many from finding the help they need. However, anxiety about hearing loss doesn’t need to stop you from […]
Normally, the first stages of hearing loss advance slowly. You might dismiss your need for people to repeat themselves as them mumbling or background noise. But as you reflect on this moment, a question arises: Am I losing my hearing? It will be easier to identify whether your own hearing is changing by understanding the […]
Hearing is an essential part of a professional musician’s living and art, not simply a mere sense. However, many musicians still believe that hearing loss is just an unavoidable outcome of practicing their craft. This is both an antiquated and harmful mindset. Luckily, this detrimental mindset is being challenged by growing awareness and recent legal […]
If you find yourself struggling to fall asleep because of disruptive noises, earplugs might offer a simple and effective answer. Noises that may be preventing your ability to get a good night’s rest can be decreased or entirely blocked out by wearing a pair of earplugs at night. With a variety of earplugs available, it’s […]
We can expect some particular health changes as our family members get older. Hearing loss is one of the most prevalent of these health issues. As reported by the National Institutes of Health, around one in three individuals between the ages of 65 and 74 suffer from some degree of hearing loss. This number goes […]
Most individuals think that as they age hearing loss will be inevitable. In reality, damage from repeated exposure to loud noise is also a leading factor. Irreversible hearing loss accumulates with each exposure to noises like lawnmowers, overly loud earbuds, and concerts. Preventable hearing loss isn’t limited to adults either, we’re seeing more and more […]
The underlying basis of noise-induced hearing loss might seem well-founded. A fairly obvious cause-and-effect connection is suggested by the name, after all. Our basic understanding is that permanent hearing damage is a result of exposure to overly loud noise over a long period of time. And while that’s relevant, the mechanisms underpinning that cause haven’t […]
Experiencing an itch in your inner ear can be very uncomfortable and disruptive. While your instinct may lead you to use your finger or a little object to scratch the itch, it is essential to know the root cause first. Pinpointing the root cause of your ear itch will help you figure out the safest […]
When we were younger, we often disregarded the long-term health repercussions of what we ate, we were more concerned about taste and instant gratification. However, as older people, we’ve come to realize that what we eat profoundly affects our well-being in surprising ways. One surprising way poor nutrition can have negative consequences, according to recent […]
