Hearing Loss Causes

Multiple studies investigate link between hearing loss and analgesic medication.

Spring cleaning is good for our homes and outdoor spaces, but may be harmful to our hearing health.

Prolonged exposure to excessive noise is responsible for hearing loss in more than 26 million Americans.

Some of the medications we rely on to cure illness may also be harmful to our hearing health.

Usher syndrome is a genetic disorder that affects hearing, vision and balance.

Small, benign tumors can cause hearing loss, problems with balance, facial numbness, headaches and fatigue.

If you think you’re hearing the same sound twice, you’re not crazy. You may have diplacusis.

Although the symptoms for Meniere’s Disease seem commonplace, they can be indicators of other serious health issues and should be diagnosed by a doctor.

This article introduces our next series of articles about lesser known reasons for hearing loss, like viral infections, tumors and other medical conditions.

Regardless of your age, any noticeable change in hearing health should be investigated by a medical professional.

If you don’t take care of your oral health, harmful mouth bacteria can enter your bloodstream and cause inflammation and narrowing of arteries and blood vessels – including those essential for hearing health in your ears and brain.

An annual exam can identify early signs of hearing loss as well as other medical conditions.

Although health experts agree that a daily glass of red wine can be healthy for your heart, excessive drinking can cause hearing loss.

It’s not just your heart that suffers when you’re overweight. Your hearing health is at risk, too.

Whether you smoke or live in a household with someone who smokes, your hearing health is at risk.

Make hearing health a family priority all year long.

If you are taking Viagra, you should be aware of the various symptoms of hearing loss it can cause.

Protect your children's hearing from noise-induced hearing loss this year by leaving these toys on store shelves.

My son is 16 years old with normal hearing. When his hearing is tested with background noise his hearing goes down to 1%. Is there anything on the market that can help him? He has difficulty in school due to this problem.

According to a study done by the National Institute of Health, hearing loss is twice as common in people with diabetes as it is in those who don’t have the disease.

Recent research shows people suffering from chronic migraines may be at a greater risk of developing hearing loss.

Studies conclude nearly 60 percent of soldiers coming home from Iraq and Afghanistan report having hearing problems or tinnitus due to noise exposure from service time.

With a little advanced planning, family gatherings during the holiday season can be a joyful time for everyone, even individuals with hearing loss.

A variety of factors can cause hearing loss at any age and here are five you might not expect.

Studies find children with even mild forms of hearing loss are at risk for learning and other social, emotional, behavioral and self-image problems.