Cleaning and Caring for Hearing Aids
Different hearing aids exist for different needs and they typically sit behind the ear or inside the inner ear. Although dirt and debris may build up in different places depending on the hearing aid, it’s no secret these devices need regular cleaning and care. What not to do: Our hearing specialists urge patients to take…
Why Sore Throats Cause Body Pain
Flu season is officially upon us, which is why everyone around you may be getting sick. It’s difficult to know what you could have, because conditions like the flu, cold, sinusitis, and strep throat share at least one or more symptoms. Still, when you develop a sore throat, some symptoms are self-explanatory, like a scratchy…
The “Love Hormone” May Decrease Effects of Tinnitus
Tinnitus is a common health issue that affects approximately one in every five people, according to Mayo Clinic. Many people often wonder why this ailment affects so many people. First and foremost, it’s not an actual condition, it’s a symptom of a condition. This means that anyone who suffers from age-related hearing loss or has…
Understanding Cauliflower Ear – Causes, Symptoms, Treatments
Cauliflower ear is a physical deformity that causes the auricle to have a lumpy and bumpy appearance. As we mentioned in the blog synopsis, this condition causes the ear to resemble a cauliflower. While cauliflower ear may look serious or painful, early treatment can help prevent further permanent damage to the ear’s tissues. Additionally, people…
Noise Levels in Nightclubs May Increase Risk of Hearing Loss
Hearing loss has become an increasingly popular topic in the health care space, especially since more and more people are suffering from this condition at younger ages. According to researchers from Southern California, a person’s lifestyle choices may lead to early onset hearing loss. In the past, we wrote about the negative health effects frequent…
What Causes Sialolithiasis (Salivary Stones)?
Sialolithiasis is a unique condition that causes crystallized minerals to develop in the tubes that pass saliva, also known as the salivary ducts. While these stones generally cause no symptoms as they form, patients may begin to notice their existence after they reach a size that blocks the salivary ducts. When a blockage occurs, saliva…
Understanding Your Treatment Options For Chordoma
Chordoma is a cancer that can affect bone, cartilage, muscle, and other connective tissues. It is a rare cancer that is thought to arise from remnants of the embryonic notochord, which is a unique structure that serves as a protective scaffolding for the spinal column. The cells that make up this cartilage-like structure may undergo…
What’s Causing Your Loss Of Smell (Anosmia)?
More often than not, losing your sense of smell is a temporary occurrence that is directly related to a cold or the flu. Anosmia is an unusual condition that can cause the partial or complete loss of smell. In rare instances, a complete loss of smell can happen, which may indicate the presence of a…
When To See A Doctor For A Sore Throat
A sore throat is a common ailment usually caused by an infection from a virus or bacteria. If you’ve ever had a sore throat in your life, which is highly likely, you may have experienced symptoms such as a burning pain in the throat, difficulty swallowing or talking, swollen glands in the neck, and a…
Treating A Cholesteatoma (Ear Skin Cyst)
A cholesteatoma may sound harmless based on the description, but if it’s left untreated, damage to the inner ear bones can occur, causing complications such as permanent hearing loss, chronic ear pain, vertigo, and in severe cases, meningitis or a brain abscess. Patients should have their ears checked the minute they begin to experience the…