What is phonemic hearing?
Phonemic hearing, also known as phonemic hearing, describes the ability to distinguish phonemes, i.e. words, syllables and individual sounds. Sometimes a diagnosis of a problem with phoneme...
Otosclerosis - sclerosis of hearing?
Otosclerosis is an impairment of sound transmission to the inner ear caused by remodelling of components of the auditory organ, most commonly the stirrup and the oval window, but other ossicles may...
Cleaning ears: what can and cannot be done?
Ear wax is a major source of anxiety for many people, as excessive wax can lead to both discomfort and hearing loss. In the past, ear sticks were mainly used to clean the ears, but nowadays doctors...
Problems with the vagus - when to see a specialist?
The vagus is the part of the inner ear that is responsible for the sense of hearing and balance. Unfortunately, problems with the vagus can have a significant impact on quality of life. When is the...
How to clean your ears properly - a guide for young and old
Correct ear hygiene is extremely important. It is not just about aesthetics, but more importantly about health. Failure to take care of ear hygiene can result in hearing problems, clogged ear canals...
Causes of bleeding from the ear
Bleeding has probably been experienced (or will be experienced) by everyone in their lives. However, just as nose bleeds are relatively common (they can even occur with persistent nose blowing),...
3 March - International Day for the Ear and Hearing
Every year on 3 March we celebrate International Day for the Ear and Hearing. The day was designated at the initiative of the World Health Organisation. Its aim is to raise awareness among the...
Redness of the ear - what are the causes?
When a person's ears become red and hot, it is then customary to say that apparently others must be talking about that person or just talking about them. This is according to the adage, but what...
Why do people lose their hearing as they get older?
On the surface, hearing seems to be not necessarily one of the most important human senses - but this is what people who can hear properly themselves may think. Deterioration of hearing can actually...
What do your ears say about your health?
When your ears look a little different, hurt, itch or ring in them it may not necessarily mean an illness related to them, but symptoms of something much more serious.
Therapeutic management of disorders of equilibrium and dizziness
An imbalance disorder, or vertigo, is a condition resulting from a disturbance in one of the components of the balance system. The number of connections and the variety of synapses make it extremely...
Interesting facts about sign language
People who are deaf or hard of hearing use a language that is natural to them, namely sign language. It is a language for which we do not need the organ of hearing. Sign languages are perceived as...
How do you clean your ears properly?
Most people take care of their ear hygiene incorrectly, using ear sticks in the wrong way, which can result in damage to the ear. There are a few important rules to follow when using ear sticks.
Impact of auditory processing on phonological functions
Auditory processing disorders can affect the development of phonological functions and, therefore, speech and literacy development. This is an extremely important aspect, especially in relation to...
Iron deficiency and associated anaemia can lead to... hearing impairment?
Hearing loss is a problem affecting the sensory organs, iron deficiency anaemia, on the other hand, is a haematological disorder. In theory, it is difficult to find a common denominator between the...
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and hearing impairment
One of the more commonly used medicines by patients with analgesic and antipyretic effects are non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). These agents are available without a prescription, but...
Where can ear pain come from?
Earache is an ailment that can have a variety of origins and many causes. The vast majority of patients who see a doctor for this reason are children. They are much more likely than adults to have...
Congested ear - excessive wax secretion
Few people know how to take care of their ear hygiene. Most often they use ear sticks, which should be forbidden to clean their ears. Unfortunately, parents very often clean their children's ears...
Swimmer's ear - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Swimmer's ear is the medical term for an inflammation of the external ear. It is known to be a condition of an infectious origin and nature. It usually occurs when the ear canal is exposed to...
Conductive and sensorineural deafness - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Hearing loss (deafness) regardless of whether it involves the right ear, the left ear or both ears always requires consultation with an ENT specialist. In most cases, it occurs gradually. However, it...
