Muffled Hearing: Common Causes and Solutions
Muffled hearing can be an annoying symptom preventing you from enjoying your favorite tunes or understanding the subtle dialogue during a movie at the Naples Cinematheque. Learning the common causes of muffled hearing and when to seek professional help can help prevent this annoyance from turning into a constant companion. Common Causes of Muffled Hearing…
Are There Apps for Tinnitus Management
Tinnitus is the perception of a noise, such as ringing or buzzing that is not actually present. Roughly 10% of Americans have experienced tinnitus lasting at least five minutes in the past year. While there’s currently no cure, there are several ways to manage the symptoms, including the use of smartphone applications designed to provide…
What To Know About Ototoxicity
Ototoxicity refers to the adverse reaction to medication that damages the inner ear or auditory nerve. Ototoxic drugs, those capable of causing hearing loss and tinnitus, encompass over 200 medications used to combat serious infections, cancer and heart disease. Although discontinuing the medication might reverse some cases of hearing loss, damage from ototoxic medications can…
Ear Barotrauma: Understanding the Impact on Hearing Health
Experiencing discomfort or pain in your ears during a flight out of Naples Airport or a scuba diving adventure can seem a little strange at first, but it’s actually a symptom of a condition called ear barotrauma. While often temporary and manageable, ear barotrauma can have an impact on your hearing health. Let’s take a…
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What Hearing Protection Is Available?
About 18% of adults aged 20–69 have speech frequency hearing loss from exposure to loud noises for five years or more at work. Once you’ve damaged your hearing, you can’t get it back. Therefore, using the right type of protection for the environment you’re in is essential. Types of Hearing Protection Several studies show hearing…
Conquering Financial Challenges When Purchasing Hearing Devices
While hearing devices can be life-changing, their price can be a barrier for many people. About 50 to 64% of older Americans who could benefit from hearing care technology cite “cost” as their major blockage in deciding whether to make a purchase.1 If you or someone you know is one of them, here are a…
7 Tips for Holiday Socializing When You Have Hearing Loss
Here comes the holiday season, along with all the fun of reconnecting with your family and friends at special get-togethers. But if you have hearing loss, participating in conversations at noisy events can pose a challenge—even when wearing your hearing aids. However, staying present in every special moment may be easier than you think. Follow…