Tinnitus can differ for each person, and you might experience tinnitus as ringing, whistling, buzzing, humming or another sound altogether. As a condition, tinnitus is characterised as a persistent noise that originates from within one or both ears – it doesn’t always mean you hear the same noise or at the same frequency, pitch and
At Regain Hearing, our audiologists know only too well how uncomfortable ear wax buildup can be and that it can also impact how well you hear. If you are considering syringing your ears at home, please read this information beforehand.
You may not be aware that hearing loss — regardless of its extent — can significantly impact speaking, communicating and your general wellbeing. Noise-induced hearing loss is more common than you think and often happens before you realise the damage is done.
Deaf Awareness Week highlighted how common hearing loss is with some startling statistics, with approximately one in six people having hearing loss! But unfortunately, a real stigma still seems to be associated with hearing loss — and wearing hearing aids.
Ear syringing is normally the first method used to remove ear wax blockages when you are treated by an NHS audiology service. This may be followed by microsuction ear wax removal if you are still experiencing problems after a couple of weeks.
Do you ever feel like your ear is clogged or muffled? Ear wax, also known as cerumen, is a natural substance produced by the ear canal to protect the ear from dust, dirt, and other foreign particles that can damage the ear. However, excessive ear wax buildup can lead to discomfort, hearing problems, and even
Have you ever been in the middle of a conversation and suddenly heard a high-pitched, annoying whistle coming from your hearing aid? It’s a common problem that can be frustrating and embarrassing. But don’t worry, you’re not alone.
Today’s hearing aids are technologically advanced miniature computers with various technological advancements. If you think hearing aids amplify sound, read on. If you have ever wondered how hearing aids work, you’ll find out here!
When you get a hearing aid, your life can be completely transformed. Whether it’s enjoying socialising or listening to music, or just the sounds of a crackling fire, hearing clearly can have an immense impact on how you feel and what you can do.
Most people at some point have felt as if they have excess ear wax and you are not alone if you use earbuds to clean inside your ears. At Regain Hearing, our audiologists are often asked what causes ear wax and why it builds up.
Most of us have heard that you shouldn’t use cotton buds to remove earwax, but let’s be honest. Most of us have used cotton buds to try to get wax out of our ear canal. It’s easy to understand why using a cotton bud might seem relatively simple and risk-free to remove excess wax inside the ear.
Earwax might seem a little gross, but it’s essential to your ear’s function. Earwax is a natural cleanser that picks up dead skin cells, dirt and hair — protecting the ear canal from harmful debris. Studies have shown that earwax possesses antibacterial and antifungal properties, all the more reason to leave it alone.