Though hearing loss is often associated with aging or loud noise exposure, there are several other factors that can lead to its development. You may be surprised to learn that ear infections can also cause hearing loss. Specifically, ear infections can cause conductive hearing loss, a type of hearing loss that occurs in the middle ear. Fortunately, this type of …
Can Hearing Loss Be Cured?
Hearing loss is one of the most pervasive health issues that people live with today. Over 48 million, or 1 in 6, people have some degree of hearing loss. Though hearing loss is a common medical condition, it is often undertreated. It takes an average of 7 years for people to address hearing loss symptoms. Contributing to this delay in …
Reasons Your Ears May Feel Clogged
Feeling like your ears are clogged is an unpleasant experience. Clogged ears can make hearing challenging as speech sounds muffled and unclear. Feeling a sense of fullness in the ears is typically a symptom of an underlying health issue that needs to be addressed. There are effective ways to alleviate this symptom which depends on what exactly is causing it. …
Regular Exercise May Help Improve Your Ear, Nose & Throat Issues
The countless benefits of exercise are widely known: increased energy enhances oxygen and blood circulation, and reduces health risks. But did you know that exercise can also help improve ear, nose, and throat (ENT) issues? Common ENT issues include tonsillitis, ear infections, sinus infections, colds, and flu. These illnesses are caused by a bacterial or viral infection that impacts the …
Does Cold Weather Contribute to ENT Issues?
As temperatures decrease and we navigate the winter months, people tend to experience more issues related to the ear, nose, and throat. We often associate colder weather with ear infections, the common cold, and the flu. But does cold weather cause these ENT issues? Though many people experience these common winter illnesses, cold weather is not the actual cause. Colder …
All about Vertigo
Vertigo is characterized by the sensation of feeling off balance. It can involve experiencing dizzy spells or feeling like the room you are in is spinning. Vertigo can be a temporary or chronic symptom of an underlying condition. It is typically associated with health issues involving the inner ear, auditory centers in the brain, or nerve pathways. There are effective …
Ear Infections & Hearing Loss
We all know that loud sounds can cause hearing loss, and awareness is growing about hearing loss that comes from prolonged exposure to softer sounds (as low as 75 decibels). These types of hearing loss are called “sensorineural,” as they derive from damage to the parts of the ear that transduce (convert) mechanical sound energy into electrical energy, in the …
Studies Show Higher Rates of Hearing Loss for People with Diabetes
Hearing loss and diabetes are two of the most frequent health problems in the United States, and there is a link between them. Diabetes patients are twice as likely to develop hearing loss as individuals who do not have the disease. The Diabetes-Hearing Loss Connection High blood sugar levels can harm the microscopic blood cells in the inner ear, disrupting …
What Causes Clogged or Ringing Ears?
There are a number of conditions that can cause clogged and/or ringing ears. Some may be temporary, while others can result in permanent hearing issues. If you have persistent symptoms, you should see a doctor. Let’s discuss some of the common causes of clogged or ringing ears and whether you should seek treatment. Impacted Earwax Your ears produce earwax, or …