Does your ear feel blocked, muffled or full? Has your hearing suddenly become less clear, or does your hearing aid seem quieter than usual? Sometimes the explanation can be surprisingly simple: a build-up of ear wax. Ear wax is completely normal and usually does not need to be removed. However, when too much wax [...]
Do you feel dizzy, unsteady, off balance, or as though the room is spinning? Perhaps you feel like you are walking on a boat, veering to one side, or becoming dizzy when turning your head or getting out of bed. Some people continue to experience these symptoms even though their scans or other medical [...]
Overview: A child’s quality of life and development vitally depends on hearing. Hearing loss in children is basically an impairment that affects a child’s ability to develop communication, language, and social skills, and having this impairment in children can have a profound effect on their education as well. Parents sometimes make this mistake of [...]
Hearing and balance work together—when hearing declines, stability and safety can suffer.
Tinnitus is the perception of sound in the ears or head without any external source.
Hearing protection devices are specially designed to reduce the intensity of sound reaching the inner ear without completely blocking it.
A hearing screening test and a clinical hearing assessment serve different purposes in evaluating an individual's hearing abilities. Here are the key differences between the two: Purpose: Hearing Screening Test: The primary goal of a hearing screening test is to quickly identify individuals who may have hearing issues and need further evaluation. It is [...]
Hearing aids are primarily designed to address hearing loss by amplifying sounds and improving auditory perception. While their primary function is related to hearing, there is some evidence to suggest that hearing aids might indirectly contribute to improved balance in certain individuals, especially those with hearing loss. The relationship between hearing [...]
Introduction: Tinnitus, the perception of sound in the absence of external noise, affects millions of people worldwide. While tinnitus has various causes and triggers, recent anecdotal evidence suggests a potential relationship between tinnitus symptoms and the menstrual cycle in some women. In this article, we delve into this intriguing topic and [...]
Introduction: Tensor Tympani Syndrome (TTS) is a relatively uncommon condition that affects the middle ear. It is characterized by repetitive or involuntary contractions of the tensor tympani muscle, which connects to the eardrum. This condition can cause discomfort, pain, and auditory disturbances. In this article, we delve into the causes, symptoms, [...]
