Ears ringing and dizziness often occur together because hearing and balance share the same inner ear system. Conditions like Ménière’s disease, inner ear infections, or hearing loss can affect both sound perception and balance at
Hearing aids are more than just devices; they’re lifelines to clearer communication, richer experiences, and improved quality of life. But simply purchasing a hearing aid isn’t enough. To truly benefit, it must be precisely programmed
Cognitive decline refers to the gradual deterioration of mental functions such as memory, reasoning, attention, and decision-making. It ranges from mild cognitive impairment (MCI), where changes are noticeable but not disabling, to more severe forms
Tinnitus is very common and affects over 50 million people worldwide. Tinnitus is when you perceive to hear a sound, whether it is ringing, buzzing, hissing, or roaring, without the presence of a physical auditory
Tinnitus is the perception of hearing a sound when no actual outside sound or noise is present. Often, it is described as “ringing in the ears,” but tinnitus can have many different perceptions of sound,
When it comes to hearing healthcare, many people aren’t sure whether they should see an audiologist or a hearing aid specialist. While both professionals play an important role in helping people hear better, they do
Malcolm Forbes once said, “The art of conversation lies in listening.” As social animals, listening, communicating, and truly connecting give us life, it buoys our very being. A hearing care specialist, also known as an
Having swollen ears can be uncomfortable and even painful. The ear canal, also known as the external auditory canal, is the passageway that connects the outer ear to the eardrum. Swelling of the ear canal
Ear wax, also known as cerumen, is a natural substance produced by glands in the ear canal. Its purpose is to protect the ear by trapping dust and other small particles and to prevent the
As an audiologist, ear wax is a common subject of discussion with my patients. What is ear wax? Why do we need to have ear wax? What causes ear wax? What can I do to
If you have ever been prescribed medication, you may have been given a list of possible side effects. Oftentimes, those side effects include things such as fatigue, weight loss/weight gain, mood changes, and more. One
