Study Finds COVID-19 Can Directly Affect Inner Ear
Now that the world is opening back up and we find ourselves celebrating birthdays at Fun-Plex Waterpark and Rides once again, it may be tempting to pretend that the COVID-19 pandemic is over. However, many people who have been infected with the coronavirus are still experiencing symptoms, including inner ear problems. We review the link…
Hearing Aids and the Holidays
The holidays are an important time of the year for many, with much to look forward to. Whether that’s baking cookies, putting up decorations, or visiting the Holiday Lights Festival in the Old Market, all of us have different ways to celebrate. One aspect of the holidays that is pretty much universal is that people…
Sudden Hearing Loss Is Scary but Treatment Options Are Available
Going to bed feeling fine and waking up unable to hear is scary and confusing. Known as sudden hearing loss, this condition is more common than you may think. Fortunately, for those with mild cases of sudden hearing loss, treatment is available, and many experience a full recovery. What Is Sudden Hearing Loss? Sudden hearing…
Can Hearing Loss Cause Mental Fatigue?
Whether you have hearing loss or not, most of us are familiar with the exhaustion that is felt after exiting a party or, to keep up with the times, leaving a Zoom call. But for people with hearing loss, this exhaustion – known as mental fatigue or listening fatigue – can be felt after every…
Is COVID Making Your Tinnitus Worse?
Tinnitus is the sensation of hearing sounds, usually a buzzing, clicking, ringing or whooshing, that is not present in the environment. Exposure to loud noises, damage to the inner ear and stress can all lead to tinnitus. Many are reporting an increase in their tinnitus symptoms over the last few months; experts suspect this is…
Best Cooking Herbs for Hearing Loss
Cooking is a relaxing and rewarding hobby for some and a necessary evil for others. For those with hearing loss, there may be a way to combine this activity with their current, medically approved hearing loss treatment plan. The most common and widely accepted of which includes the use of hearing aids, cochlear implants or…
October is Audiology Awareness Month
Hearing loss can be a confusing experience that leaves you feeling discouraged, frustrated and isolated. October is Audiology Awareness Month, which means now is a great time to learn about life changes that can help make for a better tomorrow. Audiologists, including the experts at Central Plains ENT, can help identify hearing problems and recommend…
Who Are the Medical Doctors That Treat Hearing Loss?
Hearing loss has a number of causes beyond aging and exposure to noise. While most are treated with help from an audiologist, some causes require a medical specialist. Understanding the role otolaryngologists and neurotologists play in care of your ears ensures you seek treatment from the right professional when needed. What Is an Otolaryngologist? This…
Can Hearing Aids Help Kids Learn?
While it is well known that untreated hearing loss has a number of negative consequences for adults, it can be even more detrimental for children. Fortunately, research has shown that interventions such as cochlear implants and hearing aids can minimize the impact of hearing loss and help improve a child’s speech and language skills. How…
Protect Your Hearing from the Dangers of Fireworks
For many, the Fourth of July is an all-day family event ending with the grand finale – the firework show. While many communities have cancelled their annual celebration, that does not mean you’ll be without them. Many are choosing to buy their own fireworks and set them off at home. But this could be dangerous…
