The nasopharynx is the area in the back of the nasal passages that extends down into the throat. The ears are connected to the nasopharynx through the pharyngotympanic tubes. The […]
Category Archives: Hearing Health Info
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Apr
Apr
Allergy season is almost here. If you suffer from terrible seasonal allergies, you might already begin to have flashbacks of last year’s experiences. One particular symptom you might remember is […]
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Apr
Hearing loss is one of the most common chronic health issues in the United States. It decreases your ability to understand speech and hear sounds around you. People who work in noisy […]
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Technology has opened the door to all sorts of personal entertainment, including the ability to listen to music or take part in a conversation from tiny devices inserted into the […]
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Feb
Ears are crucial to our interpretation of the world, affecting everything from our ability to communicate to our balance. Deciphering sound waves into speech and language is only a small […]
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Jan
The cold weather is here, time for winter gloves, boots, and hats. Unfortunately, spending extended periods outdoors in the cold can be detrimental to your health, and if you are […]
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The cold weather brings about an influx of bacteria and germs that inevitably increase the severity and exposure to illnesses. While not a direct result of the cold, medical cases […]
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Dec
Your ears are meant to hear many things, but what if what you are hearing isn’t a good thing? The weird sounds that may be filling your ears could indicate […]
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The temporomandibular joint is the connecting force between the temporal bones located in the skull and the jawbone. Without this crucial connection hinge, you would experience difficulty in moving your […]
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Your ears are a delicate body organ and not maintaining good hygiene with your ears could lead to damage and hearing loss. However, cleaning your ears improperly can also lead […]