Allergy, Ear Infections, Hearing Aids, Hearing Loss
The ear is a sensory organ and is one of the most sensitive body parts. A common ear infection is swimmer’s ear, which can be diagnosed in three categories; mild, moderate, and advanced stages. Swimmer’s ear is normally caused by bacteria found in water...
Ear Infections, Hearing Aids, Hearing Loss
The signs of hearing loss can happen slowly over time or can be significant and happen suddenly. There are several signs that you can look for that indicate hearing loss. You should suspect hearing loss if you experience any of these signs: have trouble hearing in...
Ear Infections, Hearing Aids, Hearing Loss
Hearing is one of the five senses. It is a complex process of picking up sound and attaching meaning to it. Having the ability to hear is important in understanding the world around us. The anatomy of our hearing system can be divided into four components. These...
Hearing Aids, Hearing Loss
During normal hearing, sound waves travel through the ear canal and strike the eardrum causing it to vibrate. The eardrum is attached to three tiny bones in the middle ear. The last bone, the stapes, pushes on a fluid-filled chamber in the inner ear, called the...
Hearing Aids, Hearing Loss
Are you traveling this summer? Summer is a wonderful time to travel, but when you have hearing aids, sometimes this can be a frustrating time too. Making reservations, understanding public announcements, and using the telephone can be difficult. Here are a few...
Hearing Aids, Hearing Loss
What is Tinnitus? Tinnitus is the perception of sound within the human ear when no actual sound is present. Tinnitus is not a disease, but a condition that is often the result from a wide range of underlying causes such as medications, or a circulatory system...
