Risk of Dementia Doubles for Those with Hearing & Vision Loss
Over the years, we create memories we never want to forget, like how the sunset looks during time spent barbequing with the family at Balboa Park. Unfortunately, you could be at risk of losing precious memories like these. A recent study found that people with both hearing and vision loss are more than twice as…
Is There a Connection Between Hearing Loss and Diabetes?
Hearing loss and diabetes are both extremely common medical conditions affecting more than 48 million and 30 million Americans, respectively. Because of their prevalence, it is common for individuals to have both. That made experts wonder if there was a connection. Understanding Diabetes Diabetes affects how your body uses blood sugar, known as glucose. The…
Is Climate Change Making Your Allergies Worse?
Seasonal allergies, known medically as hay fever, is a widespread condition affecting 19.2 million American adults. Caused by your body’s reaction to pollens, molds and dust mites, hay fever can weaken your body’s immune system and exacerbate asthma symptoms, in addition to causing you to experience cold-like symptoms. If you think your allergies have been…
Why Do We Stutter?
While often overlooked, stuttering has recently come into the mainstream after President Joe Biden made his speech disorder public. Understanding why a stutter occurs can help you seek appropriate treatment for yourself or your child. What Is a Stutter? Speech disorders make speaking smoothly difficult or impossible. One of the most common types of speech…
Who to Turn to for Hearing Loss Help?
Developing hearing loss can be scary, especially if you don’t know where to seek help or who to look to for treatment. Fortunately, the experts at San Diego Hearing Center have the answers. Professionals Who Can Help If you find yourself at the San Diego Symphony and think the horn section sounds more subdued than…
2021’s Biggest Facial Plastic Surgery Trends
With 2020 finally in the rearview mirror, this is the year to do something just for you. Plastic surgery can make your look and feel younger, helping you feel like an even better version of yourself. When deciding which treatment is best for you, consider what experts think will be the most popular facial plastic…
Everything You Didn’t Know About Postnasal Drip
Have you ever experienced postnasal drip? Most people have, but don’t know the terminology to describe the sensation. Below is everything you didn’t know (and perhaps didn’t want to know) about postnasal drip. What Is Postnasal Drip? Within the nose and throat are glands that produce mucus to fight infections, catch foreign particles and moisten…
Do Antibiotics Work to Treat Ear Infections?
Not all ear infections are the same. Depending on the cause, severity and location of your infection, your doctor may recommend a wait-and-see treatment approach or prescribe a course of antibiotics. Understanding which types of infections require medication and which will resolve on their own is important, as untreated ear infections can have serious side…
Which Hearing Professional Should You See?
In the audiology field there are a number of different professionals with a wide range of training, expertise and specialties. Understanding who to see for what issue will ensure you are scheduling an appointment with the right professional to address your unique needs. What Is an Audiologist? An audiologist is a professional with an advanced…
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 , can help identify hearing problems and recommend a treatment…