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Why Your Ears Feel Clogged: Hearing Loss vs. Earwax vs. Allergies
That Plugged-Up Feeling, What’s Really Going On? You wake up and one ear feels off. Sounds are muffled. Your own voice sounds weird in your head. Maybe it pops when you yawn, maybe it doesn’t. You shake your head a few times, hoping it’ll clear. It doesn’t. That...
Tinnitus at Night: Why It Gets Worse and How to Sleep Better
Author: Dr. Ryan Hill, Au.D. — Founder & Lead Audiologist, The Hill Hear Better Clinic You've had a full day. You're tired. You climb into bed, turn off the lights, close your eyes, and there it is. The ringing, buzzing, or humming that was barely noticeable...
What Does Tinnitus Sound Like? Types of Tinnitus Explained
Author: Dr. Ryan Hill, Au.D. — Founder & Lead Audiologist, The Hill Hear Better Clinic When most people hear the word "tinnitus," they think of a ringing in the ears. And while ringing is the most commonly described sound, the reality is that tinnitus can...
Tinnitus and Hearing Loss: What’s the Connection?
Author: Dr. Ryan Hill, Au.D., Founder & Lead Audiologist, The Hill Hear Better Clinic If you're dealing with tinnitus, that persistent ringing, buzzing, or humming in your ears, there's a good chance hearing loss is part of the picture. The two conditions are...
Can Tinnitus Go Away on Its Own?
Author: Dr. Ryan Hill, Au.D., Founder & Lead Audiologist, The Hill Hear Better Clinic If you've recently started hearing a ringing, buzzing, or hissing sound that nobody else can hear, one of the first questions on your mind is probably: will this go...
Hearing Rehabilitation for Women
Why it Can Be a Game-Changer for Women with Hearing Loss This month, let’s talk about hearing rehabilitation and how it can truly make a difference. First, we should acknowledge that hearing loss isn’t just about the inability to hear sounds. It’s so much more than...
Can Hearing Aids Help You Live Longer?
New Study Suggests They Might, But There’s a Catch Hey there! Ever wondered if wearing hearing aids could actually help you live longer? Well, recent research seems to suggest just that—but there’s a twist: you have to use them regularly for the magic to happen. If...
Tinnitus Awareness Week: Recognizing the Importance of Hearing and Brain Health
Tinnitus Awareness Week highlights the importance of understanding tinnitus and its connection to overall hearing and brain health. While tinnitus is commonly described as ringing in the ears, it is often linked to complex changes in the auditory system and the brain....
What Is the Number One Cause of Hearing Loss?
If I asked you what you think the number one cause of hearing loss is, what would you say? Most people answer noise — loud concerts, machinery, or years of exposure to high-volume environments. While noise absolutely plays a role, the truth may surprise you....