What To Know About Temporal Bone Tumors
Tumor can be an upsetting word. Hearing your provider say “tumor” is probably enough to cause stress and maybe even a little perspiration. While feeling stressed is very normal, taking a second to learn about the multiple different types of temporal bone tumors and treatments is an excellent way to calm your nerves surrounding the…
How Are Multiple Sclerosis and Hearing Loss Connected?
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks the myelin, or protective covering, of the brain, spinal cord and eyes. As a result, those with MS experience symptoms like muscle pain and weakness and problems with cognitive ability and memory. The disease progresses with remissions and relapses. Approximately 2 million…
How Hearing Aids Improve Your Social Connections
Hearing loss can often have an adverse effect on the relationships in our lives. A survey by Cochlear Americas found that 35% of respondents with hearing loss felt that their romantic partner suffered most due to their condition, followed closely by family, friends and coworkers. Treating your loss with hearing aids can be a great…
Why Does Hearing Loss Make You Tired?
It’s not a surprise that hearing loss can cause you to turn up the volume louder when you watch TV or struggle to follow conversations when you’re out in busy environments like Three Fisherman Seafood Restaurant. However, did you know that untreated hearing loss can also make you feel more tired? Hearing Loss and Mental…
Tips for Managing Your Hearing Loss at Work
Hearing loss can make it challenging to participate fully at work. Following conversations in person, over video or phone call can feel challenging and may leave you exhausted. Approximately 15% of U.S. adults experience some trouble hearing. Know that you aren’t alone, and there are accommodations you can make to minimize the adverse effects of…
Childhood Nutrition Can Impact Hearing Loss
It’s not a secret that good nutrition is essential to a person’s overall health and well-being, both as a child and an adult. Research has shown that poor nutrition in childhood may increase a person’s chances of developing hearing loss as an adult. Study Links Poor Childhood Nutrition to Hearing Loss in Adulthood Researchers at…
What Does It Mean if You Have Low-Frequency Hearing Loss?
Most people with hearing loss struggle with high-frequency sounds, such as birds chirping or children talking, first. However, some people have a less common form of hearing loss known as low-frequency hearing loss. What Is It? Low-frequency hearing loss means that you have a reduced ability to hear lower-pitched sounds. It is also referred to…
Hearing Loss Treatment May Reduce the Risk of Depression in Seniors
Prioritizing your hearing health benefits your overall health and well-being. Untreated hearing loss has been linked to a variety of different health problems, including depression. Research on Hearing Loss and Depression in Older Individuals Multiple studies have found a link between hearing loss and an increase in feelings of depression. One study published in 2019…
Is There a Connection Between Hearing Loss and Chronic Diseases?
Many factors can play a role in developing hearing loss from aging to exposure to loud noise and genetics. Additionally, research has linked hearing loss to a number of common chronic diseases. Diseases That Increase Hearing Loss Risk While not an exhaustive list, let’s take a closer look at three chronic conditions that have been…
Can Car Accidents Lead to Hearing Loss?
You may know that the most common causes of hearing loss are advancing age and noise exposure. But did you know that getting in a car accident can also lead to temporary or permanent hearing loss? We review the connection below. Car Accident Injuries That Can Cause Hearing Loss Some injuries that can cause hearing…