What to Know About Musical Ear Syndrome
Musical Ear Syndrome (MES) is a condition where individuals perceive musical sounds without actual external sounds being present. Although it may seem like auditory hallucinations associated with mental health conditions, MES is generally classified as a non-psychotic disorder. It is most seen in people who have hearing loss or age-related auditory decline. Let’s take a…
Can Too Much Alcohol Affect Your Hearing?
Many factors may make a person more prone to hearing loss, including age, noise exposure and genetics, to name a few. Alcohol can have a negative effect on hearing health as well. While the occasional cocktail at Tap and Pour shouldn’t cause a problem, heavy alcohol use can damage your ears and lead to hearing…
Do’s and Don’ts of Tinnitus Management
Tinnitus, the perception of ringing or buzzing in the ears without an external sound source, can be a challenging condition to manage. While there is no cure for tinnitus, various strategies can help reduce its impact on your life. Here are some key do’s and don’ts to help you manage tinnitus effectively. Do’s for Tinnitus…
How Hearing Aids Can Strengthen Your Friendships
Presbycusis, also known as age-related hearing loss, is a common form of hearing loss among older adults. Nearly 25% of individuals aged between 65 and 74 experience significant hearing loss. This can make it challenging to converse with friends and family, sometimes making it difficult to connect with others. Hearing aids, equipped with advanced technologies…
What Is Musical Ear?
Hearing music in your ear that you can’t attribute to an external source may be a little alarming at first. Learning about the potential reasons you may be experiencing this phenomenon is a great way to alleviate your stress. Musical ear is one such reason why you may hear musical sounds, harmonics, melodies or rhythms…
What to Know About Tinnitus During Pregnancy
Tinnitus, ringing or buzzing in one or both ears, is a common side effect during pregnancy. It affects one in three pregnant women and is the most common ear symptom experienced by women during pregnancy. If you’ve noticed a ringing in your ears or are experiencing hearing problems during a lunch date to Cox Cafe, schedule an…
