Note: This blog post is a sponsored conversation written by Lynn Smythe, the Founder and Chief Blogger for The Creative Cottage lifestyle blog. The opinions, thoughts, ideas and text are all mine.
Our ears are always working even when we are asleep, but the funny thing is that we don’t give them much attention until something goes wrong. Sadly, many things can go wrong with our ears and hearing, and because of this, it’s essential to know how to deal with common ear issues and other hearing problems.
Ear infections
Viruses are the most common form of ear infection, but there are some others that you need to look out for as well, including Swimmers’ Ear. This is an issue that occurs when too much water enters the ear canal. This then creates a humid environment which causes swelling, blockages and pain. It’s not just swimmers that can be vulnerable to this condition though. In fact, anyone that regularly submerges their head underwater, even in the shower may be at risk.
Ear infections can be, too, as they are linked to the entire sinus system. They can also indicate a deeper problem that needs to be resolved. To that end, it’s crucial that you treat ear infections promptly and in the right way if you want your ears to stay healthy for as long as possible.
Tinnitus
Tinnitus is a condition where the sufferer hears a ringing in their ears, even when there is no external noise. It can ebb and flow, and some sufferers report that it is linked to stressful situations.
Tinnitus can be particularly distressing when trying to rest or sleep, as that can prevent the person suffering from being able to do this. It can also feel as if it’s quite annoying at times because the sufferer has no control over whether they hear it or not.
Sadly, treatment wise, tinnitus is a bit of a problem as few remedies seem to make a lasting difference. In fact, some doctors have started to treat it like other chronic conditions such as pain, where the patient is taught how to cope and distract themselves rather than addressing the issue directly.
Of course, as there are few effective treatments, preventing the onset of such a condition is all the more critical. Luckily, there is some good tinnitus prevention advice out there, including wearing ear protection when attending concerts or working in noisy environments. Both situations being known to trigger the condition.
Hearing Loss
Hearing loss in another common ear problem that many people face during their lifetime. Of course, the causes of such an issue are often diverse and can range from things such as infection, accidents, and even genetic predisposition.
That being said, it is still crucial to take care of your ears as much as possible. Something that means if you have an infection that hangs around for longer than a few days, or you injure your ears in any way it always best to get the checked it by a professional. After all, by doing this, you may be able to prevent or at least minimize any hearing loss that you do experience.
So, there you have it – how to deal with common ear issues.
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