Ear Infections, Hearing Aids, Hearing Loss
What is earwax? Earwax (also called cerumen) is a waxy substance in the ear canals of humans. It functions to protect the skin of the human ear canal against bacteria, fungi, insects, dirt and water. Furthermore, it assists in cleaning and lubrication. Can earwax...
Hearing Aids, Hearing Loss
Its summertime! That means it is time to go on vacation! But not so fast, make sure you read over these tips to keep your hearing aid in tip-top shape. Keep Away From Moisture It gets hot in the summer and moisture in your hearing aids’ number one enemy unless...
Dizzness, Ear Infections, Hearing Aids
Ear pain or aches usually only affect one ear, but can occasionally happen in both. Pain can be caused by inflammation or infections in the inner or middle ear. These aches can be caused by several things like ear infections, earwax blockage or swimmers ear. If water...
Hearing Aids, Hearing Loss
It is inevitable. Getting older is a symptom of being human. According to the National Institute of Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), 28.8 million Americans between the ages of 20-69 could benefit from a hearing aid. One out of three people between...
Allergy, Dizzness, Ear Infections, Hearing Aids, Hearing Loss
Many people experience difficulty hearing or loss of hearing at some point in their life. Hearing loss can cause difficulty communicating in social situations, at school, at work, or at home, and it may contribute to isolation and a decline in quality of life. Hearing...
Ear Infections, Hearing Aids, Hearing Loss
What are the signs of hearing loss? There are many signs and symptoms of hearing loss. Signs of Hearing Loss: Frequently asking people to repeat themselves Difficulty hearing people on the phone Having to listen to the radio or TV louder than a normal level Trouble...