Fluid in the Ear vs. an Ear Infection
Ear discomfort and hearing issues can be caused by fluid in the ear and ear infections. But these conditions share similar symptoms, so how can you tell the difference? Here are some of the key features and differences between fluid in the ear and ear infections to...
Hearing Loss & Traumatic Brain Injury: Is There A Connection?
There are several factors that can contribute to the development of hearing loss. This includes traumatic brain injuries (TBI), the most severe type of head injury. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as many as 3 million head injuries...
All About Meniere’s Disease
You might have heard that balance was maintained in the ears, but what exactly does that mean? How do we use our ears to balance the precarious human structure of the upright homo sapiens? Some of the clues to how the ears help maintain balance can be seen in balance...
A Link Between Hearing Loss and Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disorder that produces chronic inflammation in the joints. RA occurs when the body’s immune system attacks healthy cells, resulting in inflammation that typically attacks specific areas. The joints that are most impacted by...