Can Using Headphones Lead to Tinnitus?
Most of us enjoy listening to music on our headphones or earbuds. While it’s perfectly safe to do when they are used correctly, listening to music at too high a volume can lead to problems like noise-induced hearing loss and tinnitus. What Is Noise-Induced Hearing Loss? Any prolonged exposure to noise 85 dB or louder…
If You Have Allergies, It’s Important To Manage The Triggers in Your Home
Millions of Americans deal with allergy symptoms every year. In fact, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, allergies are the sixth leading cause of chronic illness in the United States. One of the best ways to minimize your allergy symptoms is to reduce exposure to your triggers. Let’s go over ways to…
How Allergies are Affecting Your Sleep
Not only do allergies make you feel unwell, but they can also affect your sleep. Let’s look at why that is, as well as what you can do to get a better night’s rest. Sleep Problems Are Worse in People with Allergies Studies have shown that adults and children who suffer from allergic rhinitis are…
What to Know About Allergy Headaches
If you suffer from frequent headaches, you’re probably pretty familiar with your triggers. Maybe they tend to happen after a night of poor sleep or if you go too long without eating. However, if you suffer from sinus headaches or migraines, they could be triggered by allergies. Sinus Headache Basics Sinus headaches are caused by…
How To Manage Winter Allergies
It seems like there are countless causes of sniffling, sneezing and nasal congestion during the winter months. While your symptoms may be caused by a cold or the flu, it’s also possible that you are suffering from winter allergies. Winter Allergy Symptoms If you have winter allergies, your symptoms will be similar to those who…
Are Allergies Causing Your Cough?
There are many causes of a cough, from colds and viruses to acid reflux. However, if you’ve been dealing with a persistent dry cough for several weeks, it may be a symptom of allergies. What Triggers an Allergic Cough? Allergy coughs are typically caused by swelling or irritation of the airways. Some allergy triggers that…
When Should My Child See an ENT?
All children experience the occasional runny nose or sore throat, which often resolve on their own after a few days of rest. However, if your child is experiencing frequent or recurring problems related to their ears, nose or throat, they may need to see an ENT specialist for a proper diagnosis and to find relief…
What to Know About Aging and Hearing Loss
Aging is one of the most common causes of sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL). Sensorineural hearing loss occurs when there is damage in your inner ear. Specifically, damage to the tiny hair cells in your cochlea, known as stereocilia. Once these cells are damaged, they cannot be reversed. Symptoms of Sensorineural Hearing Loss While you might…
Steps To Take at Home To Protect Your Hearing
You probably think of your home as a quiet sanctuary from the outside world. However, the truth is that many common at-home activities can potentially harm your ears and cause hearing loss. Hearing Loss From Noise Exposure Is a Common Problem Any prolonged exposure to sounds above 85 decibels (dB) has the potential to damage…
Communication Strategies for People With Hearing Aids
We’ve all heard the phrase “communication is key.” When it comes to hearing aids, employing the right communication strategies can help improve user experience and make it easier to connect with others. Know The Limits of Your Hearing Aids Hearing aids do a wonderful job of improving your ability to perceive speech and other sounds…