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Choosing the right hearing aid is like choosing the right car: there are so many on the market that will work, but it’s hard to tell which one is best. They all have pros and cons, and many will work just fine—but you want to have all the facts in order to make an informed decision about your treatment. So how can you tell which… Read More
After all the advances in modern science, it may seem incredible that there is no “magic pill” to correct hearing loss. Patients can either struggle with symptoms or buy a hearing aid to correct the condition—and for many people, the options are equally unpalatable. So why do hearing aids remain the most common form of treatment? Isn’t there another way to restore hearing that doesn’t… Read More
You found ways to work around your hearing loss, but the dizziness is something else. Some days you feel fine, and others you can only sit perfectly still in a darkened room, waiting for the nausea to subside. Is there anything you can do to control the unpredictable swimming feeling in your head—and could your hearing loss be part of the problem? What Is Dizziness?… Read More
Nobody wants to hear the word “tumor” in a diagnosis. However, it is important to know that not all tumors are cancerous, and not all pose a deadly risk to your health. One of these kinds of tumor is an acoustic neuroma, a tumor inside the ear canal that is not malignant, but can cause severe symptoms if it is allowed to remain untreated. What… Read More
Some people feel dizzy when they stand up too fast or take long rides in the car. But for people with chronic dizziness, everyday actions—including walking and lying down—can only be done with extreme difficulty. If you are one of these sufferers, you may be wondering: do you have to fight confusion and nausea for the rest of your life, or is there a permanent… Read More
You’ve tried turning up the television for “background” noise, speaking over the sound, and even plugging your ears. There’s no denying it: the ringing in your ears is definitely getting worse. Is there any way to get rid of this annoying buzzing once and for all? If this sounds familiar, you are likely suffering from tinnitus—a persistent head noise suffered by over 45 million people… Read More
You’re not sure what the problem is, but your child doesn’t seem to be able to pay attention for very long. He doesn’t want to sit still in class and he has difficulty following directions. You’ve heard about attention deficit disorder, and you can’t help but think your child may be suffering from it—but is he having trouble listening, or is he having trouble hearing?… Read More
We rely on our ears to hear the tiniest of noises, but most of the time we don’t give these hardworking body parts much thought. In fact, the part of the ear that we can see is just the tip of the iceberg—a complex system that begins with a sound and ends as a perception in the brain. But if someone experiences a blockage in… Read More
Every time you visit your doctor, he makes sure to tell you about the importance of eating a healthy diet. Staying fit and watching your waistline can have numerous health benefits, such as longer lifespan, fewer trips to the hospital, and even improved mental and emotional states. But did you know that some foods can actually help you maintain your hearing ability—and even prevent hearing… Read More