Is Hearing Loss Associated with an Increased Risk of Falling?
When you’re younger, tripping on the sidewalks leaves you with a scuffed knee. For those 65 years and older, falls can be especially dangerous, resulting in broken hips or head injuries. Experts now suspect that hearing loss can contribute to falls, meaning that seeking treatment for your loss may help keep you safe. The Connection…
Do Allergies Cause Dizziness?
Allergies are your body’s reaction to a seemingly harmless substance. Histamine is released to fight the substance, which causes a runny nose, itchy eyes and sinus congestion. One of the lesser known allergy symptoms is a severe form of dizziness called vertigo. What Is Vertigo? Vertigo is the sensation that you or your environment is…