Your workplace has decided to encourage teamwork and cooperation by opening up the office floor plan. But this new arrangement has become difficult for you. It’s because the increased noise is making it challenging to follow along with conversation and not because you miss the privacy of cubical walls. The inability to follow along with […]
When you start on a course of medication, it’s natural to want to be informed about any potential side effects. Can it trigger digestive problems? Will it cause dry mouth? Make you drowsy? You may not even be aware of some of the more impactful side effects, including hearing loss. Ototoxicity is the medical name […]
Does hearing loss worsen as you get older? Hearing loss is a common gradually advancing condition that affects all adults. Half of people older than 75 have difficulty with their hearing, as a matter of fact. Presbycusis Presbycusis is defined as age-related hearing loss or the gradual process of hearing loss as we get older. […]
Sleepless nights are no fun. And when it occurs on a regular basis, it’s especially vexing. You lie awake tossing and turning, looking at the time over and over, and worrying about how tired you will be tomorrow. Medical professionals call this kind of chronic sleeplessness “insomnia”. With insomnia, the drawbacks of not sleeping will […]
Genetic predisposition, aging, and prolonged exposure to loud noise are all familiar factors that can contribute to hearing loss. However, you may find it interesting to understand the link between diabetes and hearing loss. Let’s dig a little deeper into that. How does diabetes increase your risk of hearing loss? The prevalence of diabetes increases […]
DIY is all the rage these days and everybody likes a quick easy fix. Got a leaky sink? Just search YouTube for the suitable plumbing tutorial, buy the suggested tools, and go to work! A plumber would most likely be a bit more efficient but then you wouldn’t get that sense of self-satisfaction that comes […]
Lots of older individuals experience hearing loss, but does that mean it’s hazardous for them to drive? Driving habits vary amongst different people so the response isn’t straightforward. While hearing loss is a component to think about when driving a vehicle, a competent driver remains capable even if they have to adjust the radio volume. […]
Sure, pregnancy is awesome and wonderful. But it can also be sort of… unpleasant, at least at times, and at least in terms of how it can make you feel. There’s the morning sickness, the changes to your body, the health hazards, and all kinds of weird side effects. None of this takes away from […]
You asked for help with one simple chore: take the trash out. But, regrettably, it never got done. “I Didn’t hear you”, they state. Why aren’t you surprised that your partner didn’t hear the one thing they needed done? The popular term for this is “selective hearing,” and it’s usually a sign of failing communication. […]
Let’s face it, there’s no escape from aging, and with it often comes hearing loss. Sure, dyeing your hair might make you look younger, but it doesn’t actually change your age. But you might not be aware that numerous treatable health conditions have also been related to hearing loss. Let’s take a look at some […]
