What’s the Difference Between Being Deaf and Hard of Hearing?
You’ve likely heard the terms “hard of hearing” and “deaf” used to describe hearing loss, but they’re not interchangeable. In order to understand the distinction, we first need to review the different levels of hearing loss. What Are the Levels of Hearing Loss? There are four general levels, also called “degrees,” of hearing loss: Mild…
Are Your Sinuses Causing Your Headache?
Behind-the-eye headaches can range from uncomfortable to debilitating. If you experience this type of headache during allergy season, it’s a common assumption that the headache is sinus-related, but that’s not always the case. Below is an overview of what may be causing your behind-the-eye headache and how to remedy it. Sinus Infections Your sinuses are…
How Allergies Differ in the South
If you have lived elsewhere in the U.S. but moved to the South and suddenly started experiencing allergies, you’re not alone. Many people report developing or new or worse allergies after moving to the South. Why Are Allergies Worse in the South? The South has longer allergy seasons, meaning people who live there are exposed…
How Sleep Can Change Your Life
When you don’t get enough sleep, the effects are immediately obvious. Your eyes feel heavy and puffy, you have a hard time concentrating on work and you probably feel irritable or emotional. When you consistently don’t get enough sleep, it doesn’t just affect your day-to-day life; there can actually be serious health consequences. Below are…
Meet the MDs Who Treat Hearing Loss
You visit an audiologist for a hearing test, but who do you visit to be treated for other medical conditions that affect the ears? Chances are you’ll be referred to an otolaryngologist or neurotologist if your initial assessment reveals an underlying condition is causing your symptoms. What Is an Otolaryngologist? Otolaryngologists are physicians that treat…
How to Choose a Hearing Aid
If your hearing test revealed that you have hearing loss, the next step is to select a hearing aid. The number of styles, makes and models of hearing aids on the market today is vast, which can make anyone feel overwhelmed. Fortunately, your audiologist is with you every step of the way, and we’ve compiled…
What Is Insomnia?
Insomnia is a medical condition that causes difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. Insomnia symptoms are common, affecting roughly one-third of all adults. Approximately 6-10 percent of the population experiences symptoms severe enough to warrant a diagnosis of insomnia disorder, making it the most common of all sleep disorders. What Are the Symptoms of Insomnia?…
Smell Disorders
Your sense of smell is important for your quality of life. Not only does it allow to enjoy the aromas of fresh cut grass, a cup of coffee or the flowers in your yard, it also helps you detect dangers, like smoke or spoiled food. Your sense of smell also aids your ability to taste!…
Preventing Common Hearing Aid Disasters
Hearing aids are a significant investment – both in financial cost and time invested. But despite your efforts to protect them, sometimes disaster strikes. Below are some common hearing aid disaster scenarios and how to deal with and prevent them. Dropping Your Hearing Aid Outside It’s stressful enough when you lose your hearing aid in…
How Does Loud Noise Cause Ear Damage?
Many of us know the experience of being in a loud environment – whether it’s a concert venue, crowded bar or a construction site – and leaving with our ears ringing and hearing muffled. While this feeling is usually temporary, over time, repeated exposure can cause irreversible damage to our ears. How Sound Travels Through…
