Is There a Link Between Tinnitus and Earwax?
Tinnitus can be caused by a variety of things, from hearing loss to chronic health conditions like diabetes or even certain medications. One common cause of tinnitus that can often be overlooked is having a buildup of earwax in your inner ear. Tinnitus Basics Tinnitus is often described as a ringing in the ears. However,…
How to Plan a Hearing Loss-Friendly Wedding
Did you know that, according to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, “One in eight people in the United States (13 percent, or 30 million) aged 12 years or older has hearing loss in both ears, based on standard hearing examinations.” If you’re planning a wedding, this is an especially important fact…
Metabolic Syndrome Can Increase the Risk of Hearing Loss
A 2021 study has uncovered a link between two conditions: metabolic syndrome and sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSNHL). Below we review what metabolic syndrome is, what SSNHL is and what the study shows. What Is Metabolic Syndrome? Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of risk factors related to cardiovascular disease, including diabetes, heart disease and stroke….
Spinal Cord Injuries Can Lead to Hearing Loss
The spinal cord, located in the canal in the center of your vertebrae, is a bundle of nerves that sends messages between the brain and the rest of your body about sensation and movement. Did you know that if you injure your spinal cord, it can actually lead to hearing loss? We review more about…
Ways To Prevent Tinnitus
If you’ve ever noticed a ringing or buzzing in your ears, you’re not alone. This sensation, known as tinnitus, occurs in approximately one in 10 Americans. While some people experience mild symptoms that come and go, others can experience chronic tinnitus, lasting months or even years. Tinnitus is a symptom of many other conditions. While…
New Year’s Resolutions to Make for Your Hearing Health
According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, “About 28.8 million U.S. adults could benefit from using hearing aids.” But despite this, only one in five people who would benefit from a hearing aid actually uses one, reports the Hearing Loss Association of America. It’s important to care for your hearing and…
Ways to Extend Your Hearing Aid’s Lifespan
According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, “About 28.8 million U.S. adults could benefit from using hearing aids.” If you’re among this population and you wear hearing aids, you may be wondering how you can extend their lifespan. We review tips for this below. Clean Them Daily The single most important…
How to Select the Best Hearing Instrument
Because today’s media is saturated with advertisements and gimmicks for hearing devices, Dr. Lew is frequently questioned, “How does a person choose the right hearing aid?” To that answer, she poses four top questions one should ask before purchasing hearing aids. 1) Are purchasing hearing aids from a big box store the same as being fit…
Hearing and Balance Disorders
Discussion of dizziness Dizziness is a symptom not a disease. It may be defined as a sensation of unsteadiness, imbalance or disorientation in relation to an individual’s surroundings. The symptom of dizziness may vary widely from person to person and be caused by many difference diseases or conditions. It varies from a mild unsteadiness to…
How the Ear Works
The ear is a surprisingly complex organ responsible for collecting and processing sounds and transmitting them to the brain for interpretation. Many take hearing for granted, but understanding the process is the key to treating hearing loss. How Is the Ear Structured? The ear consists of three sections: the outer ear, middle ear and inner…