Have you noticed the ringing in your ears worsens every so often? Tinnitus spikes are caused by an internal or external trigger or a combination of the two. Learning what agitates your condition can help you create strategies to avoid tinnitus-inducing scenarios. Understanding Tinnitus Spikes A tinnitus spike is characterized by an increase in the […]
Whether you’re in a pool or a natural body of water, swimming is a great way to unwind, have fun and exercise. But water and bacteria can get trapped in your ears and cause damage to the delicate hair cells that send auditory stimuli to your brain. Ear Conditions Caused by Swimming Swimmer’s ear: Also known […]
The shape of your outer ear and ear canal affects your ability to hear and localize sounds. Microtia and atresia are congenital conditions that impact the shape of the ear and can cause hearing loss. What is Microtia? A birth defect that affects up to 7,000 babies every year, microtia is the underdevelopment of the […]
