The cause of tinnitus, a persistent ringing or buzzing in the ears, has long perplexed scientists. Hearing specialists, however, do agree that tinnitus is more prevalent in people who also have hearing loss. Some of the primary factors that play a role in hearing loss are genetics, age, and lifestyle. And while it may seem […]
It’s very common for people to experience tinnitus. Around 20 million individuals regularly cope with chronic tinnitus so intense that it becomes burdensome. And there are also more prevalent presentations of tinnitus which are a lot more mild and intermittent and are also easier to deal with. When you hear noises in your ears that […]
Tinnitus is an incredibly common condition of the ear. Some estimates indicate that 10 percent of people have tinnitus at one point or another, making it one of the most common health conditions in the world. Even though the most common manifestation of tinnitus is a phantom ringing or buzzing in your ear, it can […]
Invisibility is a very useful power in the movies. Whether it’s a mud-covered hero, a cloaked starship, or a sneaky ninja, invisibility allows people in movies to be more effective and, frequently, accomplish the impossible. Unfortunately, invisible health disorders are no less potent…and they’re a lot less enjoyable. Tinnitus, for example, is a very common […]
Tinnitus often gets worse at night for the majority of the millions of individuals in the US that suffer with it. But why would this be? The ringing is a phantom sound due to some medical condition like hearing loss, it isn’t an external sound. But none of that information can give an explanation as […]
You know that scene in your favorite action movie where something blows up next to the hero and the sound goes all high-pitched-buzzing? Well, guess what: that likely means our hero suffered at least a minor traumatic brain injury! Naturally, action movies don’t highlight the brain injury part. But that high-pitched ringing is something known […]
Remember the old tale of Johnny Appleseed? In elementary school, you may have been taught that he migrated across the US, bringing the gift of healthy apples to every community he paid a visit to (the moral of the story is that apples are good for you, and you should eat them). Actually, that’s not […]
You’re feeling hungry so you go to your fridge for a little bite to eat. How about a salty treat… maybe some crackers? Potato chips sound good! There’s a leftover slice of cheesecake that would be delicious. Actually, maybe you should just have a banana. After all, a banana is a much better health option. […]
