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6 causes of a clogged ear Here are 6 causes of a clogged ear, which include a blockade of the eustachian tube, swimmer’s ear, acoustic neuroma, and noise damage. Ears become clogged due to the etiology both within and outside the ear. Ear clogging can impair hearing and balance, as well as cause pain and …

Home Remedies Whether you spend time swimming or have to make your way across the street in heavy rain, there are many ways for water to get into your ear. When that happens, it can tickle the inner ear. The sensation may spread to your throat and jawbone.  Usually, gravity does its job, and the water drains from your ear …

Pulsatile tinnitus is a sign of certain medical conditions, and its severity depends on the condition causing it. If the cause is treatable, pulsatile tinnitus is likely to get cured. Pulsatile tinnitus is not a disease but rather a sign of certain medical conditions. Its severity depends solely on the condition causing it. If the cause is treatable, pulsatile tinnitus is …

With so many advances in technology, hearing aid devices are now better than ever. Learn about how to choose one that works for you With so many advances in hearing aid technology, hearing aid devices are now better at providing clear sound than ever before, and there a wide range of options for all types of hearing loss that are …

Deafness is profound hearing loss, wherein people may only be able to hear very little or nothing at all. Deafness is profound hearing loss, wherein people may only be able to hear very little or nothing at all. Some people may be born deaf (congenital deafness). In some, it may occur during early childhood due to genetic factors, trauma, infections, etc. Some …

Ringing in the ears has been linked to vitamin B12 and vitamin D deficiencies Tinnitus is a common problem that affects the inner ear. While many people describe it as a ringing in the ears, for some it may sound like high-pitched hissing, low-pitched roaring, chirping, screeching, buzzing or humming.  These symptoms can be exacerbated during times of stress or …

The term cancer means an uncontrolled growth of cells in the body. The term cancer means an uncontrolled growth of cells in the body. When cancer begins in the urinary bladder, it is called bladder cancer. The urinary bladder, often simply called the bladder, is a balloon-like organ present in the lower abdomen near the pelvis. Its function is to …

Retrograde Amnesia Having retrograde amnesia means that patient has lost the ability to recall events that happened just before the onset of amnesia. Having retrograde amnesia means that patient has lost the ability to recall events that happened just before the onset of amnesia. In most cases, afflicted individuals generally lose recollection of their most recent memories. Older memories are more likely to be retained. Majority of …

What is the importance of noise-induced hearing loss? Picture of the Inner Ear Structure The industrial and technological revolution may have propelled society to higher levels of achievement, but this progress has also made the world a noisier place in which to live. In fact, noise pollution is a growing health hazard and can be found almost everywhere. Car alarms, …

Who gets tinnitus? Tinnitus is ear ringing. The most effective treatments for tinnitus involve noise-canceling headphones, cognitive behavioral therapy, background music and lifestyle changes. Tinnitus (pronounced either “TIN-uh-tus” or “tin-NY-tus”) is a sound in the ears, like ringing, buzzing, whistling, or even roaring. It can come and go or can be continuous. It can also range in pitch from low …