Tinnitus affects millions of people worldwide and is characterized by a persistent ringing, buzzing, or hissing sound in the ears. COVID-19, on the other hand, is a respiratory illness caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus that has affected millions of people globally since its emergence in 2019. While these two things may seem unrelated, there is …
Can Hearing Aids Reduce the Risk of Dementia?
A recent study has indicated that individuals with untreated hearing loss may be more at risk of dementia when compared to those without hearing loss. The study, published in The Lancet Public Health journal on April 13, is the largest of its kind, comprising 437,704 individuals, and is the most compelling evidence to date of …
Lenire® Tinnitus Treatment
Tinnitus is a symptom that causes ringing, buzzing, or other noises perceived in the ears or head. While there is no known cure for tinnitus, there are several treatment options that can provide relief and help manage the symptoms associated with it. In this post, we will review the Lenire Tinnitus Treatment product. One of …
Tinnitus Awareness Week With Sound Relief Hearing Center
Sound Relief Hearing Center is proud to support the American Tinnitus Association in raising awareness and finding a cure for tinnitus. As a member of the Board of Directors, I have witnessed firsthand the great work this organization has accomplished and its initiatives for the future. During Tinnitus Awareness Week, we focus on efforts to …
A Closer Look into Hearing Loss in Dogs and Dog Hearing Tests
Dog hearing tests can help you determine whether or not your dog may be experiencing hearing loss or deafness. Just raise your paw when you hear the beep! However, hearing tests for dogs are not performed in the same way that we test hearing in most humans. This is done using Brainstem Auditory Evoked Response …
Ototoxic Drugs That May Cause Tinnitus or Hearing Loss
What medications can cause hearing loss or tinnitus? Quite a few. Believe it or not, but more than 600 medications can cause tinnitus, hearing loss, or balance problems. These ototoxic drugs include over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription medications. “In some cases, tinnitus and other hearing problems caused by ototoxic drugs will go away when you stop …
Over-The-Counter (OTC) Hearing Aids: What Does This Mean For People With Tinnitus and Hearing Loss?
Over-the-Counter (OTC) Hearing Aids On August 16th, the FDA announced rules for over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids, promising sweeping changes for hearing healthcare and purportedly creating a new class of more affordable and accessible types of hearing aids. Now, retailers can sell OTC hearing aids directly to consumers with perceived mild to moderate hearing loss without …
What Kinds of Things Make Tinnitus Worse?
Do you ever hear a slight buzzing, ringing, roaring, or clicking in your ears that simply won’t go away? If so, you may be one of the millions of people around the world who live with tinnitus. This auditory issue, which affects roughly 15 percent of the United States population, can lead to ear pain, …
Is Tinnitus Linked to Any Medical Conditions?
Tinnitus affects almost 50 million Americans every year. Because it is such a common hearing condition, it’s not surprising to learn that it has many different potential causes. From exposure to loud noises to aging, there are many different reasons you might be experiencing tinnitus. Several medical conditions can result in tinnitus noise. In this …
Different Ways People Experience Tinnitus
Tinnitus is unique to every individual. Even though two people may describe their tinnitus similarly, such as a high-pitched ringing, they may still perceive this sound very differently. Sometimes people experience multiple sounds interchangeably. For example, they may hear a whooshing sound intertwined with a humming or roaring sound. Tinnitus can also impact people in …
The Dos and Don’ts of Living With Tinnitus
Living with tinnitus can be a daily struggle. Tinnitus can come in many forms, but it often manifests as a ringing, buzzing, or humming noise. Millions of people experience tinnitus every year. The persistent noise from tinnitus can make even simple daily tasks a challenge. Some people experiencing tinnitus report that they’re having trouble concentrating …
How do Hearing Aids Work?
Hearing aids can help people hear a wider range of sounds at a much crisper volume. They can help address a wide variety of hearing issues including age-related hearing loss, hyperacusis, tinnitus, and various others. Currently, it is estimated that hearing aids could potentially help about 1 in 5 adults. For adults above the age …
How is Hearing Loss Tested and Measured?
Hearing loss is incredibly common and will affect nearly all people, to some extent. In fact, on average, we lose about 0.5 percent of our ability to hear per year. This means that, typically, the average person will only hear about 80 percent as well as they were able to 40 years ago. Individuals who …
6 Causes of Hyperacusis
Do you feel increasingly sensitive to sound? If normal sounds, like driving through traffic, loud chewing, a phone ringing, or a dog barking cause you discomfort or pain, you may be suffering from decreased sound tolerance or hyperacusis. Hyperacusis is a relatively rare hearing disorder that amplifies the everyday sounds around you. While not life-threatening, …
Preventing Age-Related Hearing Loss: 6 Healthy Strategies
On average, we lose about 0.5 percent of our hearing capacity with each passing year. This means that, statistically, we lose about 5 percent of our natural hearing ability per decade and we lose 10 percent of hearing ability every two decades. Age-related hearing loss (presbycusis) can be incredibly frustrating. As our hearing begins to …
