05/02/2025 | Hearing Loss
Swimmer’s ear, otherwise known as otitis externa, is an inflammation or infection of the ear canal. It usually occurs when water remains trapped in the ear after swimming, creating a moist environment that harbors bacterial or fungal growth. This is a...
04/05/2025 | Hearing Aids
Tinnitus is a common auditory condition characterized by the perception of sound in the absence of any external stimuli. It may manifest as a ringing, hissing, buzzing, or other persistent sounds in the ears or head. While there is currently no known cure for...
03/07/2025 | Hearing Aids
You’ve had your hearing tested, and now it’s confirmed—you have hearing loss. Now comes the exciting part: picking out a hearing aid. You might be wondering, “What kind of hearing aids would work best for me?” As audiologists, we hear this...
02/07/2025 | Hearing Loss
Having healthy ears is important for good hearing and understanding speech. Whether you have hearing loss or not, taking care of your hearing is just as important as keeping a healthy weight or caring for your skin. Here are some simple tips to help you improve your...
01/29/2025 | Hearing Loss
Tinnitus is when you hear sounds that aren’t really there. People often call it “ringing in the ears,” but it can also sound like humming, buzzing, thumping, or grinding. This condition affects about 15-20% of people in the United States,...
01/05/2025 | How To Adjust To New Hearing Aids, Patient Resources, Technology
Alabama Hearing Associates has audiologists providing expert hearing care and hearing solutions, including hearing aids, hearing accessories, and ear wax removal in Huntsville and Madison, AL. Here at Alabama Hearing Associates, we pride ourselves on always putting...