Hearing is one of our most important senses — it connects us to the people, places, and experiences we love. Yet, many people don’t know exactly what an audiologist does or how they fit into the...
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The Positive and Negative Effects of Exercise on Tinnitus and Hearing Loss
Tinnitus and hearing loss are two of the most common auditory issues affecting adults worldwide. Tinnitus is often described as a persistent ringing, buzzing, or humming sound in one or both ears...
Hearing aids can dramatically improve your quality of life, but like any medical device, they may come with side effects. The good news? Most are temporary, manageable, and often disappear as you...
Functional hearing loss refers to a hearing test result that doesn’t correspond to any physical or medical cause. It’s also known as non‑organic hearing loss, erroneous hearing loss, or...
Can Hearing Aids Cause Ear Infections? An Audiologist’s Insight
As an audiologist with over 14 years of experience, I’ve worked with countless patients who experience ear infections while using hearing aids. These infections are not only painful and...
Complete Guide to Sensorineural Hearing Loss Treatment Options
Updated for 2025: Sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL) occurs when damage to the inner ear’s hair cells or the auditory nerve disrupts how sound is transmitted to the brain. While SNHL is typically...