Ménière’s disease is a chronic condition of the inner ear. The disorder results in episodes of severe vertigo, or dizziness, a decrease in hearing, ringing in the ear called tinnitus, and a feeling of fullness
Costco is a warehouse wholesale retailer which means they sell a lot of things, in bulk, for discounted prices. Over the years, Costco began selling hearing aids and including “hearing aid centers” in most of
Earwax exists to help clean, lubricate, and protect your ear. It is usually soft and oily, a consistency that helps lubricate and trap unwanted debris. Hard, dry earwax, on the other hand, can sometimes cause
In my practice as an audiologist, I have observed that many of my patients experienced hearing loss due to issues out of their control. Their loss is caused by things such as genetics or unavoidable
Swimmer’s Ear Swimmer’s Ear, also known as otitis externa, is an infection of the outer ear canal usually caused by water getting trapped in the canal. The ear canal is warm and dark and therefore
If you were to ask 10 people the question “How should I clean my ears?” you would most likely get 10 different answers. Some people use q-tips, others try ear candling, some prefer using hydrogen
Clogged ears can be a nuisance. There can be temporary pain and discomfort, it can be harder to hear, and sometimes you hear your voice inside your own head. Most of the time it is
If I can’t use cotton swabs, how am I supposed to clean my ears? Have you ever heard someone say, “Don’t put anything smaller than your elbow in your ear”? That suggestion is fun to
Ear candling is an alternative medicine based on pseudoscientific principles that claims to remove earwax and toxins from the passages in one’s head. Ear candlers believe that the head contains pathways that are all interconnected,