Everyone perceives hearing loss differently. Both the cause and the degree can be various. While aging is a common explanation for experiencing a certain degree of hearing loss, there are other possible causes of losing your hearing. Multiple medical problems and prolonged exposure to loud noise can all be potential root causes. The degree of hearing loss can also vary from person to person.
If you have experienced itchy ears before, you know how annoying this sensation can be. Some people get so bothered by the itchiness, that they stick things like keys, ear swabs, and even toothpicks into their ears to find relief. Sticking objects into your ear, however, is never a good idea. By doing so, you'll run the risk of causing trauma to your ear canal and injure your eardrum. What should you do instead? What's the best way to treat itchy ears? It turns out, the best relief for your itching depends on what's causing it.
Most people have heard of the term "white noise." Especially parents, whose small children have trouble falling asleep, are all too familiar with it. While welcoming a newborn into the world is a magical experience, the arrival of a baby can mean a period of sleep deprivation for the entire family. Lots of people get desperate to get some sleep at night and try just about anything to help their babies fall asleep.
Otosclerosis is a middle and inner ear condition. It affects approximately every 250th person. Learn more about its causes, symptoms and treatment options.
Excessive buildup of earwax is a relatively common issue that many people struggle with at some point over the course of their life. Doctors refer to this condition as cerumen impaction. Although having impacted earwax is a relatively benign condition, wax removal is a delicate process that is best addressed by a hearing professional.
Does your hearing aid give off an annoying whistling sound? GEERS helps you solve this problem. In this article you will read about possible causes and how to rectify them.
Have you ever heard of Meniere's disease? In the following we explain what characterizes this condition and how it is treated.
We hear sounds all day long. But how does this actually work? Learn everything you need to know about the human ear and how our hearing works.