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Are Tinnitus and Vertigo Related?
Many people suffer from tinnitus, a ringing, buzzing or other sounds in the ear that originates from the brain. Often, it goes hand-in-hand with some type of hearing loss. However, many people also experience vertigo alongside tinnitus. It’s fair to wonder if the two conditions are related. What Causes Tinnitus? Tinnitus can develop for a
Why Do My Ears Feel Clogged?
Do your ears feel so plugged up that you’re not sure whether to pop, chew, or just let them be? If you’ve ever experienced a clogged sensation in your ears, you might be wondering what exactly is causing this feeling. You might have thought it was an ear infection or that you hadn’t cleaned your
Understanding How a Cochlear Implant Works
If you’ve been told by your audiologist or hearing healthcare provider that you have hearing loss, it can feel a little overwhelming to look at your options. Many people are familiar with the cochlear implant but don’t know much about how it works and why they might need one. If your audiologist recommends a cochlear
How Often Should I Get My Hearing Tested?
Your hearing is something you may not appreciate for what it is until you start to lose it, which is why it’s essential to make sure you’re getting regular hearing tests, especially for people in certain risk groups of hearing loss, namely older adults. In some cases, hearing loss can be an early warning sign
How to Apply the EarWell Device
Ear deformities are common to find after giving birth, which can cause distress for parents who notice their baby’s ear doesn’t look right. While in some cases this problem goes away on its own, and the ear develops normally over the course of the next few years, sometimes it doesn’t, leading to a facial feature
Can A Root Canal Cause A Sinus Infection? What You Need to Know
If you’ve had a root canal performed recently, you may be having sinus problems that resemble a sinus infection. Although it may not be your first thought, it’s possible that your sinus issues are related to your oral health. If you are experiencing sinus pressure, a runny nose, or congestion following your root canal, the
Differentiating Facial Weakness Caused by Bell’s Palsy vs. Acute Stroke
Bell’s Palsy and ischemic stroke are the two most common causes of acute facial paralysis. Most ordinary people know that strokes cause facial weakness and will call emergency services if they suddenly find they have trouble smiling with one side of their face, for example. But how do you know whether you are indeed suffering
The Difference Between Rhinitis and Sinusitis
Rhinitis and sinusitis are two common respiratory conditions that can make people feel like they have a cold. Rhinitis is an inflammation of the nose, and sinusitis is an infection in the sinuses, which are air-filled tissues around the nose. While these two conditions may sound similar, there is quite a bit of difference between
The Relationship Between Your Sinuses And Your Teeth
People may be unable to sleep because of a constant pounding they are experiencing in their temples and cheeks. When they go to sit up, the dull headache they have begins to sharpen. The pain then quickly travels down their jaw and into their ear. The intense pain they are experiencing causes their teeth to
Can Hearing Aids Help Prevent Dementia?
Hearing loss is one of the most common conditions associated with aging. About one in three people over the age of 65 have measurable hearing loss. After age 70, the incidence of hearing loss increases to 2 out of 3 people. Hearing loss related to age is called presbycusis and involves the receptive hair cells
