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National Diabetes Month: How Diabetes & Hearing Loss Are Linked
Did you know that November is National Diabetes Month? This means there’s no better time to learn about diabetes and its connection to other disorders, including hearing loss. We review a study linking diabetes to…
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Audiology Awareness: How Audiologists Treat Hearing and Balance Disorders
This month is the perfect time to finally schedule a hearing test. Why? Because October is Audiology Awareness Month! Let’s examine what an audiologist does and discuss a few of the conditions that they can…
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How an Ear Infection Can Upset Your Balance
While ear infections are most commonly associated with pain in one or both ears, labyrinthitis is an inner ear infection that can cause dizziness and affect balance. The inner ear, called the labyrinth, consists of…
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The Benefits of Hearing Aids with Rechargeable Batteries
Hearing aids need power to run, which can come from either disposable button batteries or rechargeable batteries. With millions of batteries going into the trash each year, rechargeable batteries may seem like the better option.…
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Can Multiple Sclerosis Cause Hearing Loss?
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disorder that occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks the lining of the nerve. This can impact how your brain sends signals to other parts of your body, leading…
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Ear Tubes: A Solution for Recurring Ear Infections in Children
Does your child seem to constantly get ear infections? If so, they may be a candidate for ear tubes. Continue reading to learn more about the benefits of tympanostomy tubes. What Is an Ear Infection?…
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How to Spot the Signs of a Balance Disorder
If you feel like you’ve just gotten off a ride at Disneyland even though all you did was get out of bed or turn your head too fast, you may have a balance disorder. Knowing…
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Is There a Link Between Hearing Loss and Migraines?
Have you ever developed an intense headache accompanied by nausea, vomiting and sensitivity to light and sound? If so, you may have experienced a migraine. While common, the causes are not fully understood, and the…
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Tinnitus Sleep Strategies
There are many possible reasons you’re not getting a full eight hours of sleep. Having tinnitus, a symptom of an underlying disease that causes you to hear a buzzing, clicking, humming or roaring sound that…
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What You Need to Know About Hearing Aid Repair
Hearing aids are complex electronic devices that are built to last. But since they are used for most hours of the day and spend much of their time in a fairly inhospitable environment, it is…