Is There a Connection Between Hearing Loss and Chronic Diseases?
Research has demonstrated that there may be a link between hearing loss and several common chronic illnesses. Four Diseases Linked To Hearing Loss Chronic kidney disease (CKD). A study published in 2010 in the American Journal of Kidney Diseases found that moderate CKD was associated with a higher risk of hearing loss. This is because…
How Hearing Loss Impacts Other Senses
It’s commonly thought that if you lose one of your five senses, the others will become stronger to compensate. While this is partially true, this phenomenon is a little more complex than you might think. Below we review how hearing loss impacts your other senses. Hearing Loss Causes Changes in the Brain A study conducted…
Is There a Connection Between High Cholesterol and Hearing Loss?
If you are one of the millions of Americans with high cholesterol, you may also be at an increased risk of hearing loss. What Is Cholesterol? Cholesterol is a type of lipid that is found in your blood and cells. Humans naturally produce cholesterol in the liver. However, we also absorb it into the body…
What Are Frequent Causes of Hearing Loss in Seniors?
Though hearing loss can occur at any age, it is more common in older individuals. Research has shown that “nearly 25 percent of those aged 65 to 74 and 50 percent of those who are 75 and older have disabling hearing loss.” Hearing loss in seniors can happen for a variety of different reasons. Let’s…
How to Make the Most of Group Settings When You Have Hearing Loss
According to a 2020 review, “Most multivariable-adjusted studies found that hearing loss was associated with higher risk of loneliness and social isolation.” In other words, hearing loss can cause you to withdraw from people and activities you once enjoyed, especially ones that are challenging listening situations, like group settings. Below we review how to navigate…
Enjoy All the Sounds of Summer with Hearing Aids
According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, about 28.8 million U.S. adults could benefit from using hearing aids. But despite this, only about one in five people who could benefit actually wears them, and those who do wait an average of 10 years to seek treatment. This could change if this…
Are Children with Hearing Loss More Likely to Experience Behavioral Difficulties?
If your child has hearing loss, you’re probably aware of the many difficulties they face. One in particular backed by research is behavioral difficulties. Below we explore what the research shows about hearing loss and behavior problems, why the link, the other signs of hearing loss and what treatments are available. What the Research Shows…
How Does Hearing Loss Impact Language Development in Children?
Hearing loss in early childhood can affect language development in many ways. Let’s look at some common challenges faced by children with hearing loss as well as what can be done to help improve their learning ability. Children with Hearing Loss Are Slower to Develop Vocabulary Vocabulary skills don’t develop as quickly in young children…
Is There a Connection Between Hypertension and Hearing Loss?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), almost half of all adults in the United States have hypertension. Left untreated, hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, can cause many health problems. It can also increase your risk of hearing loss. High Blood Pressure Can Damage Your Ears A 2013 study found…
Is There a Connection Between Hearing Loss and Strokes?
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in both men and women, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Blood vessel damage and narrowed arteries can lead to chest pain, heart attack and even strokes. Heart disease can also affect your auditory system. Continue reading to learn more about the connection between…