How to Choose Safe Headphones
Young people often spend leisure time listening to unsafe levels of music on their personal devices, creating an emerging public health problem. The amount of time spent on personal devices makes selecting appropriate headphones and volume levels even more important. It’s still possible to enjoy time on personal devices at Squires Park safely, so consider…
What Are the Common Causes of a Perforated Eardrum
A perforated eardrum is a hole or tear in the eardrum. Symptoms of a perforated eardrum may include ear pain, fluid drainage from the ear, hearing loss, tinnitus, vertigo and nausea or vomiting. Your ear, nose and throat (ENT) specialist will usually identify a perforated eardrum through a visual inspection using an otoscope. Your specialist…
How Are Hypertension and Hearing Loss Linked?
Hypertension, also called high blood pressure, affects over one billion adults worldwide (45% of the adult population). While most cases of hypertension are asymptomatic, some severe cases may present with: Untreated hypertension can result in comorbidities including but not limited to kidney disease, heart disease, stroke and hearing loss. Because hearing loss is often permanent…
Can Stress Worsen Acid Reflux?
Stress can be a powerful trigger that can cause or worsen certain physical ailments, including acid reflux. Let’s take a closer look at the connection between stress and acid reflux, as well as what you can do to help alleviate your symptoms during trying times. Acid Reflux Symptoms Acid reflux occurs when stomach contents move…
Childhood Nutrition Can Impact Hearing in Adults
Quality nutrition is a vital part of health, especially for healthy development in childhood. Research has linked malnutrition in childhood with having a greater risk of hearing loss as an adult. Hearing Loss Risk Increases with Poor Childhood Nutrition A study from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health examined the link between childhood…
Why Does My Throat Hurt While Yawning?
A sore throat is a common and unpleasant symptom of many different conditions. Certain activities like yawning or swallowing may worsen the pain in some circumstances. Let’s look at a few common conditions that may cause your throat to hurt when you swallow. Five Common Causes of Throat Pain When To See a Doctor for…
Four Signs You Should See an ENT
ENT specialists diagnose and treat conditions of the ear, nose and throat. They are also referred to as otolaryngologists. Let’s take a look at a few signs that you may be dealing with an ENT issue that requires further treatment. You Have Ear Pressure or Pain Pressure or pain in the ear can have several…
Tips for Protecting Your Hearing While Exercising Outdoors
Whether biking along the road or hiking up Van Bibber Creek Trail to get a view of the mountains, exercising outdoors is a great way to enjoy the warm summer days. Knowing how to protect your hearing and accommodate for hearing loss will help you have a fun and stress-free outdoor workout. Let’s look at…
Why Is My Throat Burning?
A number of different conditions may cause the unpleasant sensation of burning in the throat. Let’s go over a few common causes, as well as when to see a doctor and potential treatment options. Conditions That Cause a Throat Burning Sensation Relieving a Burning Throat Sensation Improving symptoms of a burning throat will depend on…
What Are the Best Types of Earplugs for Preventing Swimmer’s Ear?
One of the best ways to escape the heat this summer is to go for a swim. However, one consequence of swimming, especially for children with pre-existing ear issues, is an infection known as swimmer’s ear. Swimmer’s ear happens when water gets trapped in the ear, and bacteria grow, infecting the outer ear canal. Certain…