Hearing loss is a serious issue and the first thing to do if you experience any degree of hearing loss is to consult a medical professional who may refer you to an otolaryngologist, an audiologist or hearing aid specialist. An otolaryngologist or ENT specializes in diagnosing and treating ear, nose, throat and neck diseases and will find out why you have trouble hearing and recommend treatment options. An audiologist is…
Ear infections in children is a common issue. In this post, we cover the following: what is an ear infection, how to spot the symptoms, how to tell if your child has an ear infection, and the causes for one. It also explores why children are more prone to ear infections than adults, how a doctor diagnoses a middle ear infection, what treatments are recommended, and how long it will…
Have you recently turned down invites to parties only because you struggle to be a part of your friend’s conversation due to the noise around? Do you feel awkward when you don’t get a word in, or feel embarrassed to ask people to repeat whatever they said? If these situations sound familiar, it is time you get your hearing checked as these could be symptoms of hearing loss. You don’t have to be embarrassed.…