Start Off the New Year by Managing Your Tinnitus
Tinnitus, a condition characterized by a persistent ringing or buzzing noise in the ears, can be more than just an annoyance, it can significantly impact your quality of life. It’s estimated that about 10% of Americans, or around 25 million people, have experienced tinnitus episodes lasting for at least five minutes within the past year….
How Can Earwax Blockages Affect Your Hearing?
Earwax, that sticky, yellow or brown substance in your ears, is produced by your body to trap dirt, slow the growth of bacteria and protect your ears from germs. Although earwax is generally self-regulating, there are instances where it can become blocked. When Does Earwax Blockage Occur? In most cases, earwax makes its way to…
Tips To Avoid Swimmer’s Ear With Hearing Aids
Swimmer’s ear, also known as otitis externa, is a common condition characterized by inflammation, irritation or infection of the outer ear canal. It occurs when water becomes trapped in the ear canal, providing a favorable environment for bacterial growth. Swimmer’s ear can be uncomfortable and may cause symptoms such as a feeling of fullness, discomfort,…
How To Describe and Identify Your Type of Tinnitus
Tinnitus refers to the presence of buzzing, clicking, ringing or hissing noises in the ears. It is generally classified into two main types: Let’s take a closer look at tinnitus severity and type to help you describe it to your provider when seeking symptom management. Tinnitus Severity The severity of tinnitus varies from nonbothersome to…
How Are Hyperacusis and Tinnitus Connected?
Tinnitus is characterized by a ringing, buzzing, clicking or roaring sound in the ears that cannot be heard from the outside. Affecting more than 50 million people in the United States, tinnitus can be infrequent and relatively nonbothersome or persistent and bothersome. Bothersome tinnitus is likely to cause stress, irritability and sleeplessness. Hyperacusis is characterized…
What to Know About Humidity and Hearing Aids
Sitting by the water at Fort Lee Historic Park is the perfect way to spend an autumn day. Although there are many perks to living by the water, high humidity is one aspect to consider when wearing hearing aids. How Do Hearing Aids Work? Approximately 28.8 million U.S. adults could benefit from hearing aids. The…
What to Know About Acoustic Neuromas
Acoustic neuromas are noncancerous, slow-growing tumors on the vestibular nerve, the main inner ear nerve responsible for sending balance information to the brain. Also called vestibular schwannomas, acoustic neuromas arise when Schwann cells wrap around or cover the vestibular nerve. Although acoustic neuromas are noncancerous, large or quickly growing neuromas can press against the brain…
How to Enjoy Music Without Risking Hearing Loss
Hearing loss can come from many sources, including aging, illness and physical trauma to the ear, but one of the most common causes is damage from excessive noise. The advent of smartphones, in-house speaker systems and car radios have left us more exposed to hazardous noise than ever. Approximately 50% of people aged 12-35 could…
What Lifestyle Changes Help Relieve Tinnitus Symptoms?
Tinnitus is a ringing, buzzing, hissing, clicking or roaring in the ears. Some causes include but are not limited to: While tinnitus has no known cure, there are several things you can do to try and manage the symptoms. Stress Reduction Not only has stress been shown to trigger tinnitus symptoms, but tinnitus itself can…
Vacation Packing Tips for People With Hearing Loss
Taking a summer vacation can be a great way to relax, and traveling with hearing loss is not uncommon. A reported 15% of American adults report some degree of hearing loss. Whether jetting off to an island vacation from Newark Airport or camping near Lake Hopatcong, doing a little hearing loss packing preparation can help…