Did you know that noise induced hearing loss is preventable? 15% of Americans between the ages of 20 to 69 and 60% of military personnel have noise induced hearing loss. Unfortunately we live in a very noisy society that seems to think louder is better. It is much better to prevent hearing loss than treat it. Once hearing is damaged, it will never be the same, even with the best hearing aids available. Hearing protection is a must for many situations. We have all been to restaurants … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2015
Why Am I So Angry?
I often see new patients who are dealing with a lot of anger due to hearing issues. The whole family is generally angry. When a person “mishears”, it can cause a lot of grief for everyone. “He said …” “No, I didn’t.” “Yes, you did.” I have heard from married couples that are on the verge of divorce simply because one person cannot hear. A hearing loss is no reason to break up a family. By identifying the cause and treating it, a happier family can exist. I also frequently see families that … [Read more...]
Equalize Ear Pressure when Flying
Most scuba divers are very aware that they have to equalize their ear pressure as they dive. The rest of us don’t think much about it unless you happen to be flying and your ears block. It can be very painful. If you have an upper respiratory infection or allergies, you will be more likely to have problems when flying or traveling through the mountains. Sometimes, chewing gum is enough to relieve the blockage. In many instances it isn’t. If you will be flying and are susceptible to ear … [Read more...]