Cotton swabs may seem harmless enough, but they can be dangerous when used to clean your ears. Although some people swear by using cotton swabs (Q-Tips™) to remove excess earwax and debris from their ear canals, medical experts will warn you not to try it. Why is it bad to use Q-Tips in your ears?… Read More: Why you shouldn’t clean your ears with a cotton swab… »
THURSDAY, May 2, 2019 — Imagine a ringing in your ears so intense and unrelenting that you become desperate enough to try to kill yourself. That is a reality for some — women in particular — who suffer from severe tinnitus, new research shows. The survey of 72,000 Swedish adults found that 9% of women… Read More: ‘Ringing in the Ears’ May Drive Some to the Brink… »
Itchy ears are a common problem that can be bothersome but are not usually harmful. Treatment for itchy ears depends on the underlying cause and may include ear drops, antibiotics, or syringing. In this article, learn about the causes of itchy ears, as well as which treatments and home remedies can help. Causes Causes of… Read More: Why do my ears itch? Causes and treatments »
As a tinnitus sufferer, you probably know that there are lots of things that can cause the condition. Loud noises, infections, even stress can cause ringing ears. But one of the more surprising causes of tinnitus is medication. You read that right. Some of the medicines your doctor prescribes for you can actually cause tinnitus.… Read More: Medications & Tinnitus Relief – Drugs That May Cause Ringing… »