March 19, 2024 | McDonald Audiology & Hearing Health Care
There are a wide variety of reasons for muffled hearing. In most instances, this situation is temporary. In other cases, muffled hearing can be a precursor of more serious hearing-related issues. Partly, that’s because, aside from sudden hearing loss, hearing loss is typically not a condition that progresses suddenly. Symptoms build gradually and over time. […]
January 17, 2024 | McDonald Audiology & Hearing Health Care
Dealing with cancer is horrible. Patients have to go through a very tough time and some of the side effects of chemotherapy are frequently dismissed. But it’s essential to remember that, for a great many cancer patients, there will be life after your disease. And you want that life to be as meaningful and prosperous […]
November 8, 2023 | McDonald Audiology & Hearing Health Care
When somebody talks about artificial intelligence (AI), it may conjure thoughts of your favorite sci-fi movie. But today, AI is a reality that we all need to get accustomed to. When it comes to hearing aids, this is particularly true. The times when hearing aids merely boosted the volume and were one-size-fits-all are gone for […]
October 31, 2023 | McDonald Audiology & Hearing Health Care
You aren’t really sure why, but you’ve been feeling moody lately. Well, it was irritating earlier today when you felt left out of the meeting at the office. The other night your daughter seemed frustrated with you when you asked her to turn the tv volume up over and over again leading to her suddenly […]
October 23, 2023 | McDonald Audiology & Hearing Health Care
Subtle changes in your hearing can be difficult to notice because of how slowly hearing loss typically progresses. Even though children are regularly tested, the majority of adults don’t even think about scheduling a hearing exam like they would their vision. So why should your hearing be any less critical than your vision? Here are […]
September 21, 2023 | McDonald Audiology & Hearing Health Care
It might seem, at first, like measuring hearing loss would be easy. If you’re dealing with hearing loss, you can most likely hear some things clearly at a lower volume, but not others. You may confuse particular letters like “S” or “B”, but hear other letters just fine at any volume. It will become more […]
September 1, 2023 | McDonald Audiology & Hearing Health Care
What’s the link between hearing loss and cognitive decline? Medical science has found a connection between brain health and hearing loss. It was discovered that even minor neglected hearing loss increases your risk of developing dementia. These two seemingly unconnected health disorders might have a pathological link. So how can a hearing test help reduce […]
July 4, 2023 | McDonald Audiology & Hearing Health Care
You’ve watched the videos on TikTok. Babies, after they just get fitted for hearing aids, hearing their mother’s voice for the first time. In some videos, the baby is uncertain initially. When the doctor attempts to put the hearing aid in their ears, they fight against it. Before they smile with joy, they might cry […]
June 2, 2023 | McDonald Audiology & Hearing Health Care
It’s a normal first response – denial. Surely, my loved one’s hearing loss isn’t as advanced as it seems. She’s not old enough to need a hearing aid. Maybe, it’s become a joke between the two of you. Your loved one always asks you to speak up. You joke about it like it’s simply a […]
April 11, 2023 | McDonald Audiology & Hearing Health Care
Assistive listening devices and hearing aids can be utilized to treat the prevalent condition of hearing loss. However, hearing loss frequently goes undiagnosed and untreated. This can lead to greater depression rates and feelings of solitude in those who have hearing loss. It can also lead to a breakdown in personal and professional relationships, which […]