Untreated Hearing Loss Can Affect Your Overall Health Here are some signs that your hearing has been compromised: You must raise your voice to be heard You can't hear someone within three feet away from you Speech sounds are muffled or dull after listening to loud sounds You have pain or ringing in your earsknown as tinnitus-after listening to loud sounds
Read More
According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), roughly 15% of Americans over the age of 18 report some trouble hearing. Untreated hearing loss poses risks to many aspects of life. This includes a reduced spatial awareness, increased cognitive load, and a higher risk of depression. Ultimately, it affects more than just how you hear, but also how you live your life.
For more information or to book an appointment, call 215.780.3180 or visit salusUHealth.com/PEI
The Dos and Don'ts of Earwax Cleaning While it seems harmless and effective, it's best to avoid doing so altogether. Removing earwax with a cotton swab comes with risks, including: ear canal injuries, pushing earwax further, risk of infection, and disruption of earwax balance.
The ear is naturally designed to remove its own earwax and clean itself. All that's needed is regular showering and cleaning the ear with a cloth. However, for many people, cleaning their ears with cotton swabs has become part of their hygiene regimen.
The golden rule for ear care is to refrain from inserting any objects into the ear canal. This includes cotton swabs, bobby pins, keys, and any other tools.
Read More
For more information or to book an appointment, call 215.780.3180 or visit salusUHealth.com/PEI