Ear pain is often caused by a respiratory infection. Allergies can sometimes lead to a sinus infection. As the sinus’s drain the fluid can getstuck in the middle ear and not flow down the Eustachian tube. Fluid build up against the back side of the ear drum puts pressure on the eardrumwhich causes inflammation and […]

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Many people ask themselves that very question. The medical name is Tinnitus. Some say “Tin-nite-us” while others pronounce it “Tinni-Tus”. Both are correct. Usually Ear, Nose & Throat doctors will use the “Tinni-Tus” version. Tomaatooo — Tomauto! Either way it is an annoying sound that is in your head. It can be many things; a […]

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Several months ago I had a patient at my office and I was asked how do you attack tinnitus? Tinnitus is defined as a variety of different noises that are heard inside your head. It may be a ringing, roaring, rushing, chirping, clicking, and even music or voices. It can be minimal or it can […]

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          Communication is a two-way street.  When we carry on a conversation it is important to be aware of what we say and how we say it. Often what a person is trying to convey is misunderstood.  Understanding is in the recipients perception of what is said.  Many things can influence a person’s understanding.            […]

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          It is well known that hearing loss can occur when the blood flow to the inner ear is compromised.  If the vascular supply to the cochlear is reduced then inflammation can occur and thus lead to a hearing loss.   Different problems with our health can lead to an issue with proper blood flow.  Diabetes […]

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So you have a little hearing loss that you have been aware of for a couple of years and you are wondering how long you can go without correcting it. The sooner the better. Not only will correcting your hearing loss provide you with a more vibrant life, but it also improves your families life […]

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Hearing loss affects millions of people worldwide, yet many hesitate to seek help until it significantly impacts their daily life. Hearing aids are transformative tools that can dramatically improve a person’s ability to communicate, socialize, and enjoy everyday activities. However, the journey to better hearing involves more than simply purchasing a device—it requires the expertise […]

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With the aging process comes many attacks against our health. Whenever something effects us… it also effects our loved ones. If your loved one gets Alzheimer’s Disease  (AD) it is a war in which your whole family must battle. Over 5 million people in our country have AD and that number will double for every […]

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Change is good. Usually. Well, it is if you have a hearing loss and wear hearing instruments. As technology changes it provides the hearing impaired with more options to correct their hearing loss. Hearing instruments that are 4- 5 years old have about 1/4 of the useable technology to instruments that are produced today. Hearing […]

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Hearing loss and balance are intertwined.  Most of us take our balance for granted until we take a fall or start to have dizziness.  While we may think of balance; or lack of, an aging issue… many people would be surprised how closely our hearing and our balance is linked,   The inner ear is critical […]

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As the holiday season approaches, there’s no denying it’s about to get busy for many of us (ho, ho, ho, that’s an understatement, right?). The preparations can be as eventful as the big days themselves—everything from planning the perfect menus to scrambling for gifts for everyone on our lists. We plan ahead not only to ensure […]

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Today’s fact headlining the lack of hearing screenings at routine doctor exams may surprise you—or not. If you’re surprised: It’s probably because you’ve been keeping up with the mounting research that strongly links hearing loss with dementia, cognitive decline, depression, loneliness, and falls. If you’re not surprised: You may be familiar with the current state of shorter appointments in the U.S. and let’s […]

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Today’s fact raises awareness of two of the biggest detriments of hearing loss—loneliness and social isolation. And they are not a huge surprise, when you think about it: Humans are social creatures, and when hearing, communicating, and interacting become more challenging due to hearing loss, it’s naturally easier to decline invitations, ship and transact online, and just […]

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Just when you thought Starkey’s hearing technology had reached the summit of possibility for hearing aid wearers everywhere, we top it with a hearing aid that takes better hearing and living to a whole new level. Introducing all new Edge Al. From its pure, clean sound and dependable durability to its multiple health, wellness and […]

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Not sure if you have hearing loss? That’s not uncommon. Hearing loss symptoms are subtle and typically emerge slowly. It frequently takes years for people to realize they have hearing loss.  Also, we simply don’t test our hearing enough. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) notes that “less than half of adults who […]

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Mild hearing loss is anything but mild. In fact, mild is a bit of a misnomer, especially when it comes to hearing loss. According to audiologists and hearing specialists, someone with mild hearing loss is unable to hear sounds quieter than 25 dB. However, any hearing loss threshold between 26-40 dB is classified as mild […]

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It’s no secret that treating hearing loss with hearing aids gives us the life-changing benefit of never missing a moment. But this just in: A brand-new study published in The Lancet Healthy Longevity Journal has revealed that hearing aids may also be life-lengthening—by nearly 25 percent. While the study had us at “live longer,” we wanted to know more and thought you […]

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Ahhh, aging: Graying hair… emerging wrinkles… Shrinking brain?! Believe it or not, it’s true. Our brain shrinks as we age—a process also known as “brain atrophy” or “brain tissue loss”—and it’s simply a part of life. What’s important to be aware of, however, is that hearing loss has been found to accelerate that brain atrophy in older […]

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Whether you’re a regular gym devotee or planning workout classes for the new year—first off, congrats for making your physical health a priority. And while a fitness center can be a fun and motivating place to do just that, it is also important to look after your hearing health while you’re there. Here’s why: noise exposure. […]

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“I can hear fine.” If you ever found yourself feeling this sentiment, you’re not alone. And if you ever found out you were wrong about it, take heart—you’re in good company. Today’s fact is an important reminder of not only how prevalent hearing loss is, but also how difficult it can be to detect. On […]

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