What to Know About Tinnitus and Brain Fog
Tinnitus, often described as ringing, buzzing or other phantom noises in the ears, is a common condition in the United States, affecting nearly 50 million people. If you’re also experiencing brain fog, which includes memory lapses, lack of focus and mental haziness, you might be curious about how these two issues could be related. Understanding…
Can Vibration Help Tinnitus?
Tinnitus, characterized by a persistent ringing or buzzing in the ears that only the sufferer can hear, is a surprisingly prevalent condition, impacting an estimated 24 million people, or 10% of the American population. There is no known cure for tinnitus, despite ongoing research efforts. For those coping with tinnitus, a range of strategies is…
Managing Pediatric Hearing Issues: A Guide for Parents
Hearing is essential to a child’s development, impacting their speech, language and cognitive skills. When children encounter hearing issues such as auditory processing disorder (APD) or hearing loss, it can affect their learning and social interactions. As a parent, understanding how to manage these conditions is crucial for your child’s well-being and development. Let’s explore…
What Is Cookie-Bite Hearing Loss?
Cookie-bite hearing loss is a form of hearing loss when a person struggles to hear mid-range frequency sounds. Speech and music sounds are typically in this range so a person with cookie-bite hearing loss will likely struggle to understand conversations or enjoy music. It’s not a very common form of hearing loss compared to other…
What Is The Link Between Smoking And Hearing Loss?
Smoking has long been established as a contributor to hearing loss. A recent study has shown that connection has a dose response and that quitting smoking removes that risk, even just for a short time. How Smoking Impacts Hearing Cigarette smoke contains nicotine, which is one of the most addictive and toxic chemicals. Nicotine increases…
What Are the Different Types of Tinnitus?
Tinnitus is a buzzing, clicking, ringing or hissing noise in the ears. Tinnitus can be broken into two broad terms known as: Tinnitus is further broken down into the following five categories: Let’s take a closer look at each of these. Bothersome or Nonbothersome Tinnitus Tinnitus varies from mild to severe based on its impact…
Can Using Headphones Lead to Tinnitus?
Using headphones to listen to music or your favorite podcast is a great way to reduce stress or enhance your walk at Vero Beach Fitness Trail. However, listening at too high a volume can do damage to your ears and lead to problems like hearing loss and tinnitus. How Noise Can Harm Your Ears Loud…
Why Do Hearing Loss and Tinnitus Sometimes Occur During Pregnancy?
Pregnancy can be an exciting time, but it can also come with a long list of uncomfortable side effects, including hearing loss and tinnitus. In fact, tinnitus affects approximately one in three pregnant women, compared to one in 10 who aren’t. We review the connection between these conditions below. Causes of Audiological Problems During Pregnancy …
Tips for Falling Asleep With Tinnitus
Many things can prevent you from falling asleep, including stress or too much caffeine. If tinnitus is what’s keeping you from getting a good night’s rest, consider trying a few of these tips. What is Tinnitus? Tinnitus is often described as a ringing in the ears. However, some people experience it as a hissing, buzzing,…
Can OTC Pain Relievers Cause Tinnitus?
Over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers have been helping people kick headaches and overcome sprained ankles for generations. However, new research has linked frequent use of these drugs to tinnitus. We review the study below. What Is Tinnitus? Have you ever been standing too close to a Vero Beach Volunteer Fire Dept. station when a truck pulls…