by Neil Bauman, Ph.D. A man wrote: For the last 10 or so years I have noticed a decline in my hearing. This year when I went to get tested, it was 55 dB in each ear. A question I have is when I talk everyone says that I’m yelling at them, but to me […]
Can Niacin (Vitamin B3) Cure Tinnitus?
by Neil Bauman, Ph.D. A man wrote: Several years ago at a hearing clinic, I told the young lady that I had ringing in my ears. She asked me if I had ever taken Niacin, and I hadn’t. She said it helps some people. I took Niacin pills for a good while, and it seemed […]
Restricting Activities Because of Large (Enlarged) Vestibular Aqueduct Syndrome (LVAS/EVAS)
by Neil Bauman, Ph.D. A mother asked: Do you or don’t you restrict your child’s activities due to their LVAS (Large Vestibular Aqueduct Syndrome)? When my daughter (almost 12) was diagnosed with unilateral LVAS at age 8, the ENT said to avoid loud music (to protect her normal ear), scuba diving, and head trauma. I […]
T-Links Too Loud?—Here’s the Cure
by Neil Bauman, Ph.D. A man wrote: I love my T-Links. One thing I find is the sound is too loud with the T-Links, Oticon hearing aids, and many phones—even when set to their minimum volume. Any suggestions? One of the reasons your T-Links sound so loud is that they are very close to you […]
Hearing Loss (Needlessly) Adversely Affects Marriages
by Neil Bauman, Ph.D. Hearing loss in a spouse adversely affects marriages. This should be no surprise. In fact, according to a recent survey of baby boomers with hard of hearing spouses, 48% “of the respondents feel that their marriage has suffered because of their spouse’s hearing loss.” (1) This does not have to be. […]
Hearing in Noise—There Is No Magic Device—But Used Correctly, Some Assistive Devices Work Surprisingly Well
by Neil Bauman, Ph.D. A lady wrote: My biggest wish right now is to be able to hear better in a noisy place like a restaurant, or at a social gathering where I am moving around. I know the PockeTalker works, but that means carrying it, and I like to have my hands free. I […]