Dizzness, Hearing Aids, Hearing Loss
Positional Vertigo, also known as “Benign Positional Vertigo”, “Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo” or “BPPV”, is caused by tiny calcium particles that have broken free from the balance detectors in the inner ear and are floating...
Ear Infections, Hearing Aids, Hearing Loss
Heart disease, cancer, and respiratory problems may come to mind first when you think about the negative effects of smoking. But smoking can affect your ears too and lead to loss of hearing. One in five Americans is a smoker. Studies have shown smokers are 70% more...
Ear Infections, Hearing Aids, Hearing Loss
Otosclerosis is a disease in the ear that is a form of abnormal bone growth in the middle and inner ear. The tiny bones are supposed to amplify sound waves, but the disease prevents them from receiving the right vibrations. Hearing loss and sense of balance are the...
Hearing Aids, Hearing Loss
Some 1.1 billion teenagers and young adults are at high risk for hearing loss. This is because of extreme exposure to loud noises, like the use of headphones, sounds from smartphones, nightclubs, concert venues, bars, and sporting events. Every time you are exposed to...
Ear Infections, Hearing Aids, Hearing Loss
It is very important to take care of your hearing aids. Improper use, storage, or hygiene of the hearing aids can affect your ears and hearing. Following simple steps for the maintenance of your hearing aids can be beneficial for your hearing conditions and the life...
Allergy, Ear Infections, Hearing Aids, Hearing Loss
Several people suffer from ear pain when airplanes are climbing or descending. This is caused by fast changes in altitude and air pressure. It stresses the eardrum and other tissues in the middle of the ear and causes them to become unbalanced. This is called airplane...
