It’s normal to want to learn about the side effects of a medication when you begin using it. Can it upset your stomach? Will it cause dry mouth? Make you sleepy? There could also be a more serious potential side effect that you may not be aware of – hearing loss. Many different medications are […]
Is age a factor in the development of hearing loss? Hearing loss is one of the most prevalent conditions affecting all adults as they get older, but it’s a gradual process. In fact, over one half of those 75 and older have a hard time hearing. Presbycusis The slowly advancing condition of hearing loss as […]
Sleepless nights are no fun. Particularly when it occurs frequently. You toss and turn and maybe stare at the clock (or your phone) and worry about just how exhausted you’ll be the next day. When these types of sleepless nights routinely occur, medical professionals tend to use the label “insomnia”. With insomnia, the drawbacks of […]
Genetic predisposition, aging, and extended exposure to loud noise are all familiar factors that can contribute to hearing loss. But the link between hearing loss and diabetes is not as well known. Let’s dig a little deeper into that. How does diabetes increase your risk of hearing loss? As per the CDC, 9% or 37 […]
DIY is all the rage nowadays and everyone appreciates a quick easy fix. Got a leaky sink? You can learn to fix that from a YouTube video. A plumber would probably be a bit more efficient but then you wouldn’t get that sense of self-satisfaction that comes with doing it on your own. At least, […]
Hearing loss is a common challenge for older individuals, but does it warrant quitting driving? The response isn’t clear-cut, as driving habits differ among individuals. Even if some adjustments have to be made to the radio volume, hearing loss shouldn’t mean a seasoned driver needs to stop driving. Whether hearing loss presents a risk while […]
Of course, pregnancy is awesome and fantastic. But it can also be kind of… unpleasant, at least sometimes, and at least when it involves how it can make you feel. There are all sorts of strange side effects, including morning sickness, health hazards, and changes to your body. None of this detracts from the joy […]
You asked for help with one basic task: take the trash out. But, unfortunately, it never got done. “I Didn’t hear you”, they declare. Crazy how that works, how your partner failed to hear the one thing you requested from them. This “selective hearing” is a common indication that communication is failing. This “selective hearing” […]
Aging is one of the most typical indicators of hearing loss, and let’s face it, try as we may, we can’t escape aging. Sure, coloring your hair may make you look younger, but it doesn’t actually change your age. But did you know that hearing loss has also been linked to health problems related to […]
Have you ever misplaced your earbuds? (Or, perhaps, unintentionally left them in the pocket of a pullover that went through the washer and dryer?) Now it’s so boring going for a jog in the morning. Your commute or bus ride is dreary and dull. And your virtual meetings are suffering from bad sound quality. The […]
