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 can
Our world is filled with different phobias that seem almost impossible to believe, a fear of peanut butter sticking to the roof of your mouth, a fear of numbers, or a fear of the color
Ototoxicity is poisoning to the ear that takes place from exposure to harmful chemicals. The resulting consequence is temporary or permanent damage to the inner ear, which leads to hearing loss, tinnitus, dizziness, or balance
ARTICLE SUMMARY: The impact of hearing impairment and hearing aid use on progression to mild cognitive impairment in cognitively healthy adults: An observational cohort study A research article published in February of 2022 detailed its
Aural rehabilitation is a broad term that encompasses all of the treatment that can be provided to help people overcome the challenges related to hearing loss. It includes amplification (hearing aids, cochlear implants, assistive devices),
When it comes to hearing loss, everybody has a different experience, which is why the way it is treated varies from person to person. Both hearing aids and cochlear implants help those experiencing hearing loss
Otorrhea is a term commonly used within the field of audiology and medicine. It refers to any drainage from the ear canal. Typically, the drainage is associated with an outer ear or middle ear infection,
The modern-day world we live in is a noisy one. Everywhere you go there is loud noise: driving down the street, school cafeterias, gymnasiums, restaurants and large sporting venues. Outside of our recreational activities, some
Got an earful of wax? Some of it is good for you. Earwax, technically known as “cerumen” is a bodily production that is actually pretty useful- in small amounts, that is. It naturally cleans as
Exostoses is a medical term for a benign overgrowth of bone in the ear canal. The extra bone formation occurs in the inner ⅓ of the ear canal, and typically occurs after several exposures to
What is an audiogram and what does it test for? The world of audiology can be a little confusing at times due to the names used to describe our field! I am going to break
Muffled hearing is often a sign of something going on in the outer, middle or inner ear. Depending on the onset (sudden or gradual) and any other extenuating circumstances such as recent air travel, a