Millions of people worldwide suffer from anxiety, and for many, this condition is made worse by tinnitus – a persistent ringing or buzzing in the ears. While there is no one-size-fits-all approach to managing anxiety, some coping techniques can be effective for most people. In this article, we will explore some of these techniques and provide advice on finding a hearing doctor who can...

Hearing loss has four stages; mild hearing loss, moderate hearing loss, severe hearing loss and profound hearing loss.   Mild hearing loss People with mild hearing loss can only hear the quietest sounds between 25 to 34dB. People with mild hearing loss may have trouble hearing in noisy places or environments. They can usually hear the differences between sounds but may have trouble...

Otosclerosis is a progressive disease of the middle ear. It causes hearing loss and sometimes tinnitus if not appropriately treated. The causes of otosclerosis are unknown, but it can affect all age groups, including children. Otosclerosis's risk factors include family history, exposure to loud noises, and head injury.     With early diagnosis and treatment, the condition can be...

Tinnitus is the sounds that one hears, but people around them cannot. The sounds could be clicking, humming, low-pitched or high-pitched ringing. It leads to sleep disruption, stress, and anxiety and interferes with memory and concentration.     How do you cope with hearing loss and tinnitus? Seek medical help The first step in coping with tinnitus and hearing loss is visiting...

Are you experiencing hearing loss signs? Maybe you cannot hear people anymore, or you strain to listen to what others are saying. Hearing loss signs help you determine if it is time to get hearing aids. When you experience signs of hearing loss, that is the indication you should see an audiologist and get hearing aids.     What causes hearing loss? Hearing loss can result from old...

Some people will say ear candles are the way to go, while others swear by cotton swabs. Although there are a few different ways to clean your ears, some are better than others.   Why do we clean our ears? We are all want to clean our ears once in a while due to earwax. The body naturally produces ear wax. earwax helps protect and lubricate your ears. If you don't have earwax, your ears...

An individual who experiences depression finds it very difficult to conduct their everyday activities such as cleaning, cooking etc. They also experience feelings of loneliness, sadness and low energy. Depression may lead to social isolation and social withdraw.   Risk factors of depression are complex as they can include a combination of genetic, biological, environmental and...

When you begin to experience hearing loss, most people around you may start to notice it before you do. You might begin to notice small changes here and there, but they will notice the major ones. For instance, you might begin to prefer a louder TV volume. To you, it will seem normal, but to the others, it will be far too loud.     So, What Are the Symptoms of Hearing Loss?  ...

Yes, you can use headphones with a hearing aid. However, it all depends on your hearing aid and the type of headphones you want to use. It might, however, be challenging to use earphones or earbuds as they are required to sit in the ear canal where part of the hearing aid sits. Headphones are the most appropriate to use with hearing aids.    Not all headphones work with a hearing aid;...

Hearing loss is not something anyone prepares for, no matter what age you are. However, if you have a friend or family member who is suffering from a hearing loss, there are a few things you can do to look after their well-being, such as: Learn basic sign language. It will help communicate with the one who has hearing loss. Both of you should learn sign language to communicate effectively....