Dealing with hearing problems is downright frustrating. But it can be even more frustrating when you don’t know what type of specialist can help diagnose and treat your hearing issues. It can be confusing when deciding who to make an appointment with an audiologist, ear, nose, and throat doctor (ENT), or general practitioner. If you Read more..
What is it like to live with Tinnitus
Tinnitus is a common hearing condition in the world today, and is when an individual experiences some noises or sensations in the ear. This sensation or noise may be buzzing, chirping, whistling, and ringing in one or both ears. The noise may vary in volume, be continuous, and worse when the background noise is low. Read more..
What to Expect With Tinnitus Testing
Hearing loss is now more prevalent among baby boomers than ever before. Approximately one out of every six baby boomers lives with some form of hearing loss. The steady rise in hearing loss cases among boomers can be attributed to the lack of regular hearing tests, improper hearing protection and care, and the aging workforce Read more..
Baby Boomers and Hearing Loss
The baby boomers are the largest group of people experiencing hearing loss today. Baby boomers are estimated to have a hearing loss in one out of six cases. However, only about 25% of boomers proactively seek help, despite a growing number living with hearing loss. Baby Boomers were born after a sharp increase in birth Read more..
Why ASMR Is all the Rage in Hearing
ASMR is a sensation people get from watching a stimulating video that makes tingles run down the body. The tingles often make us feel less anxious and more relaxed. A lot of people experience these sensations when exposed to certain circumstances. There are various ASMR sounds for every audience and niche. Generally, ASMR stands for Read more..
Common Reasons for Ear Pain?
Are you struggling with ear pain? We understand how painful that can be. When you’re experiencing pressure in your head from ear pain, it can be challenging to complete even the most basic of tasks. You may find yourself googling “why does my ear hurt?” to find answers. There are many reasons you may be Read more..
Can Impacted Earwax Cause Jaw Pain?
If you’ve ever experienced jaw pain, you know exactly how excruciating and frustrating it can be. And before you can resolve the pain, you need to be able to pinpoint exactly what is causing the issue. From earwax blockage to an ear infection to temporomandibular joint disorder, there are many reasons you may be experiencing Read more..
Earwax Buildup and Blockages – What Can You Do?
We all have earwax — some of us more than others. Often individuals rely on a cotton swab to keep their ears feeling clean, but did you know that a cotton swab may not be the best way to prevent earwax buildup and blockages? It could be making it worse. El Dorado Hearing has put Read more..
How Timing Makes the Difference in Sound Recognition
Sometimes difficulty understanding speech and sound has nothing to do with hearing loss but can be caused by auditory neuropathy. Auditory neuropathy can be challenging to grasp because it manifests differently from person to person — one individual may have thresholds in the normal hearing range while others have profound hearing loss. Auditory neuropathy can Read more..
Can You Hear One Voice in a Noisy Crowd?
Have you ever stood in a crowded room full of people talking, only to hear your friend calling for you from across the room? That is because our brains can focus our attention on one voice in a noisy environment. Your brain can focus more energy on understanding the words coming from the individual speaking Read more..