When you start on a course of medication, it’s natural to want to be educated about any possible side effects. Can it cause digestive problems? Will it dehydrate you? Make you drowsy? There could also be a more serious potential side effect that you may not be aware of – hearing loss. Ototoxicity is the […]
Does hearing loss worsen as you age? Hearing loss is one of the most common conditions affecting all adults as they age, but it is a slow process. 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 […]
Sleepless nights are no fun. And when it occurs frequnetly, it’s particularly vexing. You toss and turn and maybe stare at the clock (or your phone) and worry about just how exhausted you’ll be the next day. Medical professionals call this kind of persistent sleeplessness “insomnia”. Over time, the effects of chronic insomnia will compound, […]
You may be familiar with the numerous factors contributing to hearing loss, including the impact of aging, genetic predisposition within families, or extended exposure to loud sounds. But the link between hearing loss and diabetes isn’t as well known. Let’s dig a little bit deeper into that. How is your risk of developing hearing loss […]
DIY is all the rage nowadays and everyone appreciates a quick easy fix. Got a leaky sink? Just search YouTube for the right plumbing tutorial, go get the recommended tools, and go to work! It may take you a little bit longer than it would take a plumber, but there’s no substitute for the satisfaction […]
Many older individuals have hearing loss, but does that mean it’s hazardous for them to drive? Driving habits differ amongst different individuals so the response isn’t clear-cut. While hearing loss is a component to think about when driving a vehicle, a seasoned driver is still capable even if they need to adjust the volume on […]
Sure, pregnancy is amazing and incredible. But it can also be kind of… unpleasant, at least sometimes, and at least in terms of how it can make you feel. There are all sorts of weird side effects, like morning sickness, health challenges, and changes to your body. Getting there can be a bit of a […]
The only one thing that you asked for was for the trash to be taken out. But, unfortunately, it never got done. When you ask why they didn’t do it, your partner replies “I never heard you ask me”. Why are you not surprised that your partner failed to hear the one thing they wanted […]
Let’s face it, there’s no getting away from aging, and with it usually comes hearing loss. You can do some things to look younger but you’re still getting older. But you may not be aware that a number of treatable health conditions have also been related to hearing loss. Here’s a look at a few […]
Have you ever misplaced your earbuds? (Or, maybe, unintentionally left them in the pocket of a sweatshirt that went through the laundry?) Now it’s so boring going for a jog in the morning. Your commute or bus ride is dreary and dull. And your virtual meetings are suffering from bad audio quality. Often, you don’t […]
