Posted by
Ear Tubes

Ear Tubes

What are the general instructions and follow-up care? An appointment for a follow-up ear check-up is usually arranged 14 to 28 days after the procedure. At this visit, the position and function of the tubes will be assessed. Usually, eardrops will be given to you the day of surgery. The surgeon will often place the […]

Posted by
Cost Keeps Many Americans From Getting Hearing Aids

Cost Keeps Many Americans From Getting Hearing Aids

By Alan MozesHealthDay Reporter Latest Hearing News THURSDAY, July 5, 2018 (HealthDay News) — A hearing aid can set you back as much as $7,000, and that’s the main reason more Americans don’t use one, a new study finds. The report also suggests that many people are too embarrassed to wear one. No matter the […]

Posted by
How do you get rid of a lower back spasm?

How do you get rid of a lower back spasm?

Lower back spasms can be annoying and painful, but they are treatable. Certain remedies and lifestyle changes can help reduce the pain and frequency of back spasms. Lower back spasms can happen suddenly, causing intense and even debilitating pain. Often caused by a recent physical injury, they are more likely to occur when a person […]

Posted by
MS: Solvent exposure raises risk by 50 percent

MS: Solvent exposure raises risk by 50 percent

A new study cautions that exposure to paint, varnish, and other solvents dramatically increases the risk of multiple sclerosis for people who may already have a family member living with the condition. People genetically predisposed to MS should avoid any unneccessary exposure to solvents. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic inflammatory disease that is thought […]

Posted by
Coping with menopausal hot flashes and night sweats

Coping with menopausal hot flashes and night sweats

Many people experience hot flashes and night sweats during menopause and perimenopause. People can reduce or prevent these uncomfortable symptoms in a number of ways. Hot flashes are sudden feelings of heat that spread mainly through the face, neck, and chest. Night sweats happen when hot flashes occur at night. Up to 85 percent of […]

Posted by
Tinnitus: Mindfulness may succeed where other treatments fail

Tinnitus: Mindfulness may succeed where other treatments fail

New findings add to evidence that mindfulness-based cognitive therapy may help people with tinnitus — particularly those who have tried other treatments but to no avail. Tinnitus is often characterized by an incessant ringing sound in the ears. In tinnitus, a person hears noises even though there is no external source for the sound. Approximately […]

Posted by
Health Tip: Have a Fun and Safe Vacation

Health Tip: Have a Fun and Safe Vacation

(HealthDay News) — Nothing can ruin a summer vacation faster than an unexpected trip to the hospital. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration offers these suggestions for a healthier vacation: Avoid tanning or spending too much time in the sun. Check your medications before you leave to make sure you have enough. Never pack medication […]

Posted by
Auditory Processing Disorder in Children

Auditory Processing Disorder in Children

Auditory Processing Disorder definition and facts Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD) (also known as Auditory Processing Disorder and Receptive Language Disorder), referes to several disorders that result in a breakdown in the hearing process. One of the most common problems for people with CAPD is difficulty listening with background noise. Up to five percent of […]

Posted by
What causes a headache with nausea?

What causes a headache with nausea?

Some types of headache are accompanied by nausea, which is the feeling of needing to vomit. Migraines are the most common cause of both a headache and nausea. Other common causes include: In this article, we explore the common causes of both headaches and nausea, as well as some underlying issues that are less common […]