It’s normal to want to understand the side effects of a medication when you begin taking it. Can it give you a stomach ache? Will it cause your mouth to dry out? Make you sleepy? You may not even be aware of some of the more impactful side effects, like hearing loss. Many different medications […]
Is age a factor in the progression of hearing loss? Hearing loss is a common gradually developing condition that affects all adults. Half of people over the age of 75 have trouble with their hearing, as a matter of fact. Presbycusis Presbycusis is defined as age-related hearing loss or the gradual process of hearing loss […]
It’s no fun when you’re unable to sleep at night. And when it occurs on a regular basis, it’s especially vexing. You lie awake tossing and turning, looking at the time again and again, and stressing about how tired you will be tomorrow. When these types of sleepless nights persistently occur, medical professionals tend to […]
Genetic predisposition, aging, and prolonged exposure to loud sound are all familiar factors that can contribute to hearing loss. However, you might find it interesting to understand the link between diabetes and hearing loss. Let us elaborate. How does diabetes raise your risk of hearing loss? The prevalence of diabetes increases as you get older, […]
Everyone loves a quick fix, especially when the solution is also a DIY fix. Sink Leaking? Just search YouTube for the ideal plumbing tutorial, buy the recommended tools, and get to work! A plumber would most likely be a little more efficient but then you wouldn’t get that feeling of self-satisfaction that comes with doing […]
Lots of older people have hearing loss, but does that mean it’s unsafe for them to drive? The response isn’t straightforward, as driving habits vary among individuals. Even if some adjustments have to be made to the volume of the radio, hearing loss shouldn’t mean a competent driver has to stop driving. Whether hearing loss […]
Sure, pregnancy is amazing and wonderful. But in terms of how it can make you feel, it can be fairly unpleasant, at least sometimes. There’s the morning sickness, the difference in your body, the health challenges, and all kinds of strange side effects. None of this detracts from the joy of being a parent… but […]
You asked for help with one simple task: take the trash out. A little bit later you realize your partner didn’t do it. When you ask why they didn’t do it, your partner says “I never heard you ask me”. Why are you not surprised that your partner failed to hear the one thing they […]
Let’s face it, there’s no getting away from aging, and with it often comes hearing loss. You can take some steps to look younger but you’re still aging. But you might not be aware that several treatable health conditions have also been associated with hearing loss. Here’s a look at some examples, #2 might surprise […]
Have you ever forgotten your Earbuds in your pocket and they ended up going through the wash or maybe lost them altogether? Now it’s so boring going for a jog in the morning. Your commute or bus ride is dreary and dull. And the sound quality of your virtual meetings suffers substantially. Often, you don’t […]
