Do you notice that your ears are constantly getting hot and turning red? Depending on the severity of the situation, you may find yourself dealing with irritated and uncomfortable ears — and unsure what to do about it! Your ears are made of delicate and sensitive skin, and sometimes, they may experience vasodilation. This is Read more..
Does an Antihistamine for Tinnitus Actually Work?
Do you constantly hear a ringing noise in your ears? Does it get worse throughout the day? If so, you’re probably searching for some way to get relief from your tinnitus symptoms. To help you find the relief you need, El Dorado Hearing explores if antihistamine works to relieve the ringing sensation in your ears. Read more..
Why Is My Tinnitus Worse When I Lay Down?
If you’ve ever found yourself lying awake into the wee hours of the night, you may have felt like you were able to feel the silence all around you. However, sometimes silence isn’t what you hear when trying to sleep. Instead, you may notice a constant ringing noise that can make it difficult for you Read more..
What Can You Hear With Severe Hearing Loss?
It is estimated that 48 million Americans have some degree of hearing loss. While hearing loss is relatively common, especially as we age, there are different levels of hearing loss an individual may experience. From mild to profound hearing loss, it’s essential to understand the key differences to accurately treat and restore hearing to the Read more..
Why Do I Need an Ear Exam?
As children, we undergo ear exams regularly — whether experiencing hearing problems or not. But as we get older, these ear exams become infrequent. You likely don’t even think to schedule one unless you notice troubling symptoms of hearing loss. But did you know that ignoring your ear health could increase the risk of hearing Read more..
How To Manage Hearing Impairment
Experiencing problems with your hearing can be extremely frustrating. When this happens, you may be wondering what is causing it and how you can manage your hearing impairment. Different parts of your ears work together to collect sound, create vibrations, and transfer sound waves to the brain. For this process to happen, all three parts Read more..
Can Cauliflower Ear Cause Hearing Loss?
When you hear the word cauliflower, you likely think of the vegetable that resembles a white piece of broccoli — the last thing you’re thinking about is someone’s ear! However, a condition known as cauliflower ear commonly affects wrestlers, boxers, and other individuals that participate in contact sports. Cauliflower ear refers to the swelling of Read more..
Caregiver Tips: Handling a Loved One With Limited Hearing
Caring for an elderly loved one can be challenging, primarily if the individual also exhibits signs of limited hearing. Their hearing loss doesn’t only affect them — it impacts the lives of their loved ones and caregiver as well. Not only can the inability to hear potentially put them in harm’s way but can wreak Read more..
What Hearing Aid is Best for Severe Hearing Loss?
It’s no surprise that many individuals face hearing problems at some point in their lives — but the severity of the hearing loss will differ from person to person. Hearing loss is measured on a scale of decibels and determines your degree of hearing loss through different sound levels. Those with normal hearing can hear Read more..
Can Infections Cause Hearing Loss?
Although one of the most common reasons for hearing loss is the natural aging process, there are many other reasons an individual may experience hearing loss — including ear infections. Ear infections may not seem like a big deal in the grand scheme of things, but depending on the severity of the condition, you may Read more..