Shaken, Not Stirred: How AAD Can Help at Cocktail Parties
Individuals treating their hearing loss in Lake Charles with hearing aids have difficulty following conversations in situations where there is more than one speaker present. There’s a name for this – it’s called the “cocktail party problem,” a phrase coined in 1953. Fortunately, you might have reason to raise a glass and toast the achievements…
Protect Your Hearing During Festival Season
Whether you’re hoping to score tickets to Lollapalooza to catch Ariana Grande, planning on hitting up Austin City Limits to check out Paul McCartney or (fingers crossed) wanting to relive rock ‘n roll history at Woodstock 50, there is no shortage of music festivals to keep you entertained this year. If you are going to…
The Connection Between Hearing Loss and Rare Diseases
Lake Charles residents with hearing loss experience a wide range of side effects, including exhaustion. This often leaves them with no energy for social activities; because withdrawal and isolation can lead to anxiety, depression and dementia, getting a handle on the physical and mental exhaustion caused by a hearing impairment is important for your long-term…
Study Identifies Genes Associated with Age-Related Hearing Loss
Roughly one in five people in Lake Charles experiences hearing loss. The majority of patients develop their condition as a result of natural aging. A study released last month offers a glimmer of hope that early detection and new treatment solutions can help offset the negative impacts of hearing loss in the aging population. Presbycusis…
Hearing Loss is Exhausting
Lake Charles residents with hearing loss experience a wide range of side effects, including exhaustion. This often leaves them with no energy for social activities; because withdrawal and isolation can lead to anxiety, depression and dementia, getting a handle on the physical and mental exhaustion caused by a hearing impairment is important for your long-term…
Why Are There Different Types of Hearing Loss?
They say that variety is the spice of life. While it’s nice to have options, in some cases the fewer your choices, the better. If there were only one type of hearing loss, for instance, treatment would be fairly standard, and everybody’s prognosis would be similar. But the ear is a complex organ consisting of…
Traveling with Hearing Loss
Lake Charles is a great place to live, but everybody needs to get away occasionally in order to recharge their batteries. Vacations are a great way to unwind, but for people with hearing loss, a little advance planning is necessary before hitting the road. Making the Most of Hearing Aids when Traveling Whether you’re vacationing…
Health Conditions That Can Cause Hearing Loss
How do diseases like diabetes affect your hearing? Find out more about conditions that can lead to hearing loss.
How Can You Approach a Loved One About Their Loss Of Hearing?
Talking to someone you love about hearing loss can be challenging. Here are some tips about how to approach the subject and help them get help.
Some Medications That Commonly Cause Hearing Loss
Are your medications causing you to lose your hearing? Here are the most common ones that cause hearing loss and tinnitus.