Chances are, earwax and its accumulation haven’t been subjects of significant contemplation for you, except maybe during ear hygiene sessions. Nonetheless, comprehending what causes earwax, how it develops, and its purpose is crucial. So why does earwax accumulate? Earwax, also scientifically called cerumen, is composed of a mix of sweat, skin particles, hair, debris, and […]
Hearing loss can affect many aspects of your day-to-day life. Your pastimes, your professional life, and even your love life can be impacted by hearing loss, for instance. Communication can become tense for couples who are dealing with hearing loss. This can cause increased tension, more disputes, and even the development of animosity. If ignored, […]
Your workplace recently embraced the trend of open-office floor plans, promoting collaboration and teamwork. But this new arrangement has become challenging for you. It’s because the elevated noise is making it difficult to follow along with conversation and not because you miss the privacy of cubical walls. Even if mainstream hearing tests indicate completely normal […]
When you begin on a course of medication, it’s normal to want to be educated about any potential side effects. Can it upset your stomach? Will it cause dry mouth? Make you sleepy? There might also be a more severe possible side effect that you might not be aware of – hearing loss. Many different […]
Is age a factor in the development of hearing loss? Hearing loss is a common gradually developing condition that affects all adults. Actually, over 50% of those 75 and older have a hard time hearing. Presbycusis Presbycusis is defined as age-related hearing loss or the gradual process of hearing loss as we age. Usually, there […]
Sleepless nights are no fun. And when it occurs frequnetly, it’s particularly vexing. You lie awake tossing and turning, looking at the time over and over, and stressing about how tired you will be tomorrow. When these kinds of sleepless nights routinely happen, medical professionals tend to use the label “insomnia”. With insomnia, the drawbacks […]
Genetic predisposition, aging, and prolonged exposure to loud noise are all common factors that can contribute to hearing loss. But the connection between hearing loss and diabetes isn’t as well known. Allow us to elaborate. How does diabetes increase your risk of hearing loss? As per the CDC, 9% or 37 million individuals in the […]
DIY is all the rage these days and everybody appreciates a quick easy fix. Got a leaky sink? Just search YouTube for the ideal plumbing tutorial, go get the recommended tools, and go to work! A plumber would probably be a bit more efficient but then you wouldn’t get that feeling of self-satisfaction that comes […]
Hearing loss is a common challenge for older individuals, but does it warrant quitting driving? Driving habits differ amongst different people so the response isn’t straightforward. Even if some adjustments have to be made to the volume of the radio, hearing loss shouldn’t mean a seasoned driver has to stop driving. For individuals who commute […]
Sure, pregnancy is amazing and fantastic. But it can also be sort of… uncomfortable, at least at times, and at least in terms of how it can make you feel. There’s the morning sickness, the changes to your body, the health hazards, and all sorts of strange side effects. Getting there can be somewhat of […]
