When you think of ear issues, hearing loss is probably the first thing that comes to mind. And while it is indeed common as we age, so are issues that can cause aches and pains—sometimes severe—in and ...

Audiologist Andrea Liacouras says that when she sees a new adult patient for a hearing evaluation in her Maryland clinic, she always asks them when their last hearing test was. Even if the patient is ...

When treating vertigo caused by the inner ear, it can be helpful to determine which ear is resulting in your symptoms. A simple vertigo test can help you find out. Vertigo is a false sensation of ...

Dear Savvy Senior: I’ve heard that excessive earwax can cause serious health problems in elderly seniors. What can you tell me about this? — Caregiving Daughter Dear Caregiving Daughter: It’s true.

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Ear infections and earwax blockages are common issues, especially in children. Both can cause uncomfortable symptoms such as ear pain, pressure, or hearing loss. Understanding the signs can help you ...

Millions of people around the world hear strange sounds that no one else can hear. Some people hear ringing, while others hear buzzing, hissing, clicking, or whistling sounds. This condition is called ...

We’ve all become familiar with the classic COVID symptoms — the fever that has you kicking off blankets one minute and shivering the next, the cough that keeps your roommates awake, and that bizarre ...