3 Viral Causes of Hearing Loss
You may associate hearing loss with things like aging or exposure to loud noise. However, certain viral illnesses can damage hearing as well, particularly in children. Rubella (German Measles) Rubella is transmitted through fluids like phlegm and saliva. If a mother is infected with rubella during pregnancy, her child becomes at risk of obtaining the…
How Sound Masking Can Help Tinnitus
Hearing a ringing in the ears, constantly or infrequently, is the reality for approximately 25 million Americans suffering from tinnitus. Tinnitus is a condition characterized by the perception of sound with no external source. It can be incredibly frustrating, affecting sleep, concentration and overall well-being. Because the impact of tinnitus can be significant, finding the…
How Can You Identify Your Type of Tinnitus?
Tinnitus is characterized by a ringing, buzzing, pulsing or whooshing sound in one or both ears. Affecting approximately 10% of the U.S. adult population, tinnitus can be a constant or infrequent companion to many people’s lives. Tinnitus is broken into two broad categories: subjective and objective. Subjective tinnitus accounts for 99% of tinnitus cases and…
What Is The Link Between Hearing Loss and Cancer?
Some cancer treatments may cause hearing loss or ringing in the ears, also known as tinnitus. The hearing loss can go away after cancer treatment or be lifelong. It’s helpful to learn more to discuss with your doctor if you’re facing cancer treatment. Types of Hearing Loss There are a few types of hearing loss…
What to Do if Your Child Gets Something Stuck in Their Ear
Objects stuck in a child’s ear are usually not severe, but left untreated, can cause injury to the ear canal or result in hearing loss. Sometimes, your child can’t tell you if they have something stuck in their ear, but crying or ear pain could warrant investigation. If you notice your child has ear irritation…
How Can Potassium Affect Hearing Health?
Nutrition is an essential part of maintaining good health, and that includes hearing health. Certain nutrients have been linked to better hearing, including potassium. Potassium and Better Hearing A 2019 study looked at the association between potassium intake and hearing loss. Researchers examined data from the Korean National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey as well…
Can Hearing Loss Affect Your Memory?
Hearing loss affects more than your ability to understand sounds. Among other things, studies have shown that hearing loss is associated with reduced memory capacity. Hearing Loss Causes Mental Fatigue Hearing loss makes your brain work harder to understand sound. It forces you to use more concentration just to follow the conversation at work or…
How Hearing Aids Help You Stay Active
Whether you enjoy taking walks around your neighborhood or playing basketball with your friends at Katy City Park, staying active is crucial to staying healthy and happy. If you have hearing loss, you’ll be happy to know that hearing aids can actually make it easier to get regular physical activity. Let’s take a look at…
Can Yoga and Meditation Help Treat Tinnitus?
If you have persistent tinnitus symptoms, you know how distracting and stressful it can be. While many factors go into possibly treating your tinnitus, some studies have shown that practicing yoga and meditation may help to manage your symptoms. What Is Tinnitus? Though tinnitus is often described as a ringing in one or both ears,…
How To Prevent Tinnitus
Millions of Americans have experienced tinnitus (ringing in the ears) at some point in their lives. According to The National Library of Medicine, the prevalence of tinnitus in the United States is approximately one in 10 adults. While we don’t always know what causes tinnitus, there are some steps you can take that may help…