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…
Enjoy These Activities Even More With Hearing Aids
Untreated hearing loss makes it difficult to enjoy many of the activities that bring joy to your life. Thankfully, treating your hearing loss with hearing aids can make these activities fun again. Five Activities That Are Better With Hearing Aids When To Get a Hearing Test Hearing loss is often gradual and can sneak up…
What Does the Color of Your Earwax Mean?
Our earwax plays an important role in the health of your ear. Not only does it lubricate the ear canal to prevent the skin from drying out and becoming irritated, it also traps debris and germs. Unfortunately, many people mistakenly believe it needs to be removed. This isn’t true. According to an article published in…
How Is Eustachian Tube Dysfunction Treated?
Your Eustachian tubes are the passageways that connect your middle ears to the back of your throat. Their jobs are to allow fluid to drain from the middle ear and to allow air pressure to equalize between your middle ear and your environment. Sometimes, the Eustachian tubes are not able to do these jobs, and…
What Are Tonsil Stones, And How Do I Get Rid of Them?
Tonsil stones are hard, small white or yellow lumps that form on the tonsils. While not a sign of a serious medical problem, they can cause uncomfortable or embarrassing symptoms. Thankfully, there are several things you can do to get rid of them. What Causes Tonsil Stones? Your tonsils are a pair of small oval…
What Is Sensorineural Hearing Loss?
Did you know that there are different types of hearing loss? Let’s take a closer look at sensorineural hearing loss, including what it is, what causes it and how to treat it. Sensorineural Hearing Loss is The Most Common Type of Hearing Loss According to the National Library of Medicine, “Sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL) is…
How to Avoid Social Isolation When You Have Hearing Loss
If you have hearing loss and are experiencing social isolation, you’re not alone. It’s extremely common for people with this condition to withdraw from people and activities they once enjoyed. Because social isolation is a well-known risk factor for depression and dementia, it’s important to do what you can to combat it. We review how…
How Do Our Brains’ Expectations Influence What We Hear?
Over the past few decades, researchers in the neuroscience field have demonstrated that the cerebral cortex generates predictions, and in response, neurons in charge of sensory processing encode the difference between our predictions and reality. Below we review how our ears and brains work together to help us hear, as well as what one study…
How to Navigate a Party With Hearing Aids
Whether you’re prepping for a family reunion or a St. Patrick’s Day celebration at Clancy’s Irish Pub, parties and social gatherings are a common occurrence throughout the year. If you have hearing loss, it can make attending social events harder. The good news is that hearing aids can help! Hearing Loss Makes It Harder To…