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Hearing Loss · · 5 min read
Experiencing a Whooshing Sound in Your Ear – Is it Dangerous?
If your hearing loss leaves you struggling with specific tasks, you could be eligible for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) — whether you’re claiming other benefits, working or have savings.
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Ear Protection · · 7 min read
Why Are My Ears so Sensitive to Noise? Hyperacusis Explained
Are you experiencing sensitivity to noises that you don't think you should? It's not a common problem, but you certainly aren't the first to have sensitive hearing.
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All Articles · · 4 min read
Tinnitus After Head Injury – What You Need to Know
Healthy hearing is vital to living a fulfilling life, and even mild hearing loss has been scientifically proven to increase cognitive decline, Alzheimer’s and dementia. Hearing loss can make one feel isolated from friends and family and less likely to participate in social activities. It can begin as a minor problem but have severe consequences later on.
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All Articles · · 4 min read
How Much Does a Hearing Test Cost?
Healthy hearing is vital to living a fulfilling life, and even mild hearing loss has been scientifically proven to increase cognitive decline, Alzheimer’s and dementia. Hearing loss can make one feel isolated from friends and family and less likely to participate in social activities. It can begin as a minor problem but have severe consequences later on.
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Ear Wax Removal · · 5 min read
Why Do I Have So Much Ear Wax All of a Sudden?
Do you have ear wax build up all of a sudden? If you’ve noticed you have more ear wax than usual, it could be down to a number of reasons, and in most cases, it is linked to something simple such as an ear infection, a lack of regular cleaning, your age or the amount of hair that grows within your ears. Ear wax is a normal, harmless substance that our bodies produce to protect against germs and bacteria. It's water-repellent and prevents the delicate inner part of our ears from becoming dry,...
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All Articles · · 7 min read
Can Earwax cause tinnitus?
Earwax is a natural secretion found in the ear with an important function. Earwax, also known as cerumen, keeps the ear canal lubricated — protecting the inner ear from dirt and bacteria. In turn, this helps prevent ear infections.
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Ear Protection · · 7 min read
Can ears heal after loud noises? Healing ear damage from loud noises
Are you experiencing ear pain from loud noise? Generally, after exposure to moderately loud noises, any induced hearing loss or discomfort, such as a temporary threshold shift (TTS), might recover within a few minutes to a few hours. However, if the exposure is longer or the noise louder, you may be suffering from ‘acoustic shock’ or ‘acoustic trauma,’ which can be immediate or delayed after exposure to loud noise. We’re often asked by patients - can ears heal after loud noise damage?...
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All Articles · · 4 min read
Is There a Link Between Tinnitus and High Blood Pressure?
Healthy hearing is vital to living a fulfilling life, and even mild hearing loss has been scientifically proven to increase cognitive decline, Alzheimer’s and dementia. Hearing loss can make one feel isolated from friends and family and less likely to participate in social activities. It can begin as a minor problem but have severe consequences later on.
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All Articles · · 5 min read
What Causes Tinnitus to Come and Go?
Healthy hearing is vital to living a fulfilling life, and even mild hearing loss has been scientifically proven to increase cognitive decline, Alzheimer’s and dementia. Hearing loss can make one feel isolated from friends and family and less likely to participate in social activities. It can begin as a minor problem but have severe consequences later on.
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All Articles · · 5 min read
Why is my tinnitus getting louder?
Healthy hearing is vital to living a fulfilling life, and even mild hearing loss has been scientifically proven to increase cognitive decline, Alzheimer’s and dementia. Hearing loss can make one feel isolated from friends and family and less likely to participate in social activities. It can begin as a minor problem but have severe consequences later on.
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All Articles · · 5 min read
How Much Do Hearing Aids Cost in the UK? A Look at Pricing
Healthy hearing is vital to living a fulfilling life, and even mild hearing loss has been scientifically proven to increase cognitive decline, Alzheimer’s and dementia. Hearing loss can make one feel isolated from friends and family and less likely to participate in social activities. It can begin as a minor problem but have severe consequences later on.
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Hearing Loss · · 9 min read
Partially Deaf in one ear? 8 Causes of hearing loss in one ear
As we get older, hearing loss becomes an increasing problem. It occurs gradually as you age and is known as presbycusis. Over 11 million people are affected by hearing loss in the UK, making it a common issue, especially amongst the older population.
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