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Age-Related Hearing Loss: What You Need to Know (Presbycusis)

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  Hearing is one of our primary connections to the world. It allows us to engage in conversation, enjoy the nuances of music, and remain alert to our environment. However, as we age, many of us experience a gradual decline in this vital sense. Known medically as presbycusis , age related hearing loss affects approximately one in three people between the ages of 65 and 74 and nearly half of those over 75. Despite its prevalence, it often goes untreated, leading to social isolation and cognitive strain. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the science, symptoms and solutions for presbycusis, ensuring you or your loved ones have the knowledge needed to maintain a high quality of life. 1. What is Presbycusis? Presbycusis is the gradual loss of hearing in both ears as a person ages. It is a sensorineural hearing disorder, meaning it generally involves damage to the inner ear (the cochlea) or the complex nerve pathways from the inner ear to the brain. Unlike sudden hearing loss...
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How an Audiometry Test Helps Detect Early Hearing Problems

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  Hearing is one of the five essential senses that connect us to the world, from the subtle chirping of a bird to the laughter of a loved one. Yet, hearing loss is often an insidious problem that develops slowly, making it easy to overlook until it significantly impacts daily life. The key to mitigating this impact lies in early detection  and the cornerstone of early detection is a specialized, non invasive medical procedure: the Audiometry Test . The Foundation of Early Detection Hearing loss is not merely an inconvenience, it can be a serious medical condition with cascading effects on cognitive health, social engagement and overall quality of life. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), over 5% of the world's population, 430 million people, require rehabilitation for disabling hearing loss. This is a global health challenge and audiologists are the frontline experts in combating it. An Audiometry Test, performed by a certified Audiologist or a trained healthca...
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Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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Ear Pain on One Side Only? Here’s What It Could Mean

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  Unilateral ear pain,  that sharp or dull ache that seems to affect only one side, is an incredibly common complaint. If you have ever had it, you know how confusing it can be. Is it a cold? A cavity? Or did you just sleep funny? The truth is, ear pain on one side often doesn't even start in the ear itself. Understanding the root cause is the key to getting relief. How Ear Pain Works: A Simple Overview Your ear is an intricate structure, but it’s intimately connected to your throat , nose  and jaw . This close relationship explains why one sided ear pain is so common. The Phenomenon of Referred Pain The most confusing part of one sided ear pain is often referred pain . This is when a nerve pathway causes pain signals originating from one part of the body, like your jaw joint or tonsil to be felt in another part of your body, like your ear. Because the structures on the right and left sides of your head are separate, problems like a single infected tooth or a sore throa...
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Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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Do You Really Need Ear Wax Removal in Bangalore? Expert Audiologist Insights

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 E ar wax, It's not the most glamorous topic, but it’s absolutely essential to your hearing health. For many residents in bustling cities like Bangalore, ear wax often transitions from a natural, protective agent into a source of frustrating discomfort and muffled hearing. Why ear wax exists, natural protector, not a problem always Think of ear wax, or cerumen , as your ear canal's built in security guard. It’s naturally produced to trap dust, dirt, bacteria, and foreign particles, essentially acting as a self cleaning, lubricating, and infection preventing barrier. For about 9 out of 10 people, this guard does its job perfectly and the wax eventually makes its way out on its own. It's the ultimate set it and forget it' biological process. When it becomes a concern for Bangalore residents The challenge arises when this natural process gets interrupted. Whether it's the sheer amount of city dust, the constant use of earphones while navigating traffic, or a natural te...
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