Age-Related Hearing Loss Genes Identified
The most common causes of hearing loss in Exton are aging and noise exposure. Hearing protection can help prevent hearing damage from noise, but there is little you can do to stop age-related hearing loss (medically termed presbycusis). The results of a new study help shed light on the genes responsible for hearing decline in…
When Chewing and Breathing Cause All Kinds of Seething
Many sounds cause discomfort. Fingernails on a chalkboard, barking dogs, politicians yammering on and on – all are common sources of irritation for people in Kennett Square. But for some individuals, ordinary sounds can send them into fits of rage. These folks suffer from a little-known hearing disorder called misophonia. What is Misophonia? Misophonia, also…
Smoke Alarms & Impaired Hearing: A Fiery Combination
People with hearing loss in Coatesville have a higher risk of danger in emergency situations, according to the Hearing Loss Association of America. Good hearing is crucial in alerting you to safety hazards, such as fires. High-Frequency Hearing Loss It’s many peoples’ worst nightmare: waking up to the smell of smoke and finding your house…
Driving Safely with Hearing Loss
When you’re diagnosed with hearing loss in Exton, you’ll face many challenges to your normal routine. Some of them are obvious – talking on the telephone, watching TV – while others you might not even think about. Driving is an excellent example. Safe Driving Tips for the Hearing-Impaired Your ears play a crucial role in…
Memory and Hearing Loss
It is a common perception for many in Exton that memory decline is an inevitable part of the aging process. While it is true that the brain shrinks a little bit as we grow older, other factors tend to contribute more to memory loss and overall cognitive decline. One of those is hearing loss. Hearing…
How Hearing Aids Help You Live Longer
Many people with hearing loss in Lansdale are hesitant to wear hearing aids, even when their audiologist recommends them to help treat their impairment. Hearing aids are considered the gold standard in hearing loss treatment for a reason: not only do they ease communication strain and allow you to participate more fully in the activities…
Pedal Your Way to Fitness…Without Putting Your Hearing at Risk
New Year’s resolutions typically follow a common theme. Many in Exton vow to become healthier in 2019, and one of the most popular ways to do so is to join a spin class. Before you hit the gym, take heed: spinning could be hazardous to your hearing. The Dangers of Spinning Indoor cycling is one…
How Allergies Affect Your Hearing
About one in five people in Exton experiences allergies. In addition to the usual symptoms – itchy, watery eyes; runny nose; nasal congestion; cough; sore throat; and post-nasal drip, you might also experience another side effect: temporary hearing loss. What are Allergies? To understand how allergies affect your hearing, let’s start with the basics. Allergies are…
Making Cents of Untreated Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is costly to patients in Exton and across the country. Not only is there a physical, emotional, and social toll; impaired hearing can also affect another area where you might be vulnerable: your bank account. The High Costs of Hearing Loss A new study published by Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health…
October is National Audiology Awareness Month
Hearing Loss Statistics The American Academy of Audiology declared October as National Audiology Awareness Month in 2008, in an effort to increase public awareness of hearing health and the importance of hearing protection, as well as educating the public on the role audiologists play in hearing health care. With hearing loss already a widespread problem,…