Hello and welcome to my Hearing Health Blog! If this is your first time here, please read this post to get familiar with my story of sudden unilateral hearing loss and different vestibular diagnoses. This blog is a space where you can find tips and health resources that have helped me cope with vestibular symptoms for the past five years. I hope it helps you or someone you know struggling with these disorders.
IMPORTANT: If you or a loved one has recently experienced sudden hearing loss, please SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION RIGHT AWAY. The first 72 hours after experiencing sudden hearing loss are the most important, and you must act fast. A steroid treatment could be the only chance of getting your hearing back, either partially or, in some cases, intratympanic injections may help you regain a significant percentage of your hearing; however, in most cases, this has to be administered during the first 72hrs of the hearing loss onset.
Aquí puedes encontrar más recursos: Problemas de equilibrio y trastornos neurológicos (Universidad de Miami)
Gain valuable perspectives on coping with hyperacusis and the challenges of navigating and processing sound in a world that often feels too loud. I explore the situations and everyday sounds that I still struggle with, sharing my methods for managing sound sensitivity.
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Read MoreThe new docuseries "Life Rebalanced Chronicles" shares the stories of nine vestibular warriors, documenting their human experience with vestibular disorders. The six-episode series is a collaboration between the Vestibular Disorder Association (VeDA) and Unfixed Media. The series sheds light on invisible balance disorders, offering strategies for living and thriving with disorders like vestibular migraines, MdDS, Meniere’s Disease, and vestibular neuritis.
Read MoreRead an email I sent to a colleague just days after the onset of my sudden hearing loss in 2017, explaining the agony of those initial days marked by fear, sadness, and overwhelm. This article encourages perseverance, self-advocacy, and continuous learning, drawing from personal experiences and the transformative path to recovery.
Read MoreI provide information about types of hearing loss and other vestibular conditions, along with links to the specialists and clinics where I've received treatment. Additionally, I discuss leading organizations in the hearing health community, offering valuable resources and support.
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