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The weather is gloomy, and I do not know about you, but it is affecting our moods over here for sure! Change that up tonight with a night out on the town (well, inside your car technically - LOL!) at the drive-in movies in Atascadero. Nothing like an Eddie Murphy comedy, beer, popcorn, tacos, pizza and donuts for dessert to brighten your week! Join Pete Lucier and Nicole Marie Lucier tonight in Colony Square! MY805TIX.COM Colony Square PopUp DriveIn

Another "side effect" of COVID-19. So sad for our older generation. https://www.hearingreview.com/hearing-products/accessories/infection-control/pandemic-may-cause-increased-impact-of-hearing-loss-in-older-americans-according-to-aaa?utm_term=HR%20Insider%20Sep%202020&campaign_type=newsletter&utm_medium=email&_hsmi=95975703&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_kPL5UA1hoe0Zpi6iqeDgoeM-uvjiof3Sj95vWCPTnW4c1Vv4kBQLKeB4QXBJtmMVd104mE92ERAm2-yzGKl_Xt_prRvxtCEjfqsbJMV_V3m5qsrE&utm_source=newsletter HEARINGREVIEW.COM Pandemic May Cause Increased Impact of Hearing Loss in Older...

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For those of you with tinnitus, hearing loss, ear congestion or other inner ear issues, this could explain a possible cause! Hashimoto's Healing, Marc Ryan, L.Ac. 11 September at 01:50 · Hashimoto’s and Inner Ear Issues Hey, people! This week I’d like to explore issues involving Hashimoto’s, hypothyroidism and inner ear issues. This came up in a number of questions when I asked for topics and it is a potential complication of Hashimoto’s that you should be aware of. Like thyroid eye disease it is also something that doesn’t seem to get enough attention, in my opinion. Unfortunately, I have experienced both. The blessing and curse of having Hashimoto’s and working with people to help them understand and heal from it. I can often speak from experience (good and bad). First I’ll provide some background, then I’ll explore some options about things you can do about it. A Little Background Thyroid hormone is essential for the physiological development of many tissues in the body and the cochlea is no exception. Hypothyroidism and dysfunction of the thyroid gland can result in problems involving the auditory system. This is true in the developing fetus and it is also true in adults. Many studies have shown an association between hypothyroidism and hearing loss. Tinnitus and vertigo have also been linked to these auditory disorders. Patients with hypothyroidism are at a higher risk of developing tinnitus and hearing loss itself is the most common cause of tinnitus. People with autoimmune thyroid disease have a higher risk of developing tinnitus. Studies on the effect of hypothyroidism on the ear have shown that the inner ear can be impacted. Especially the cochlea. Particularly structures known as the tectorial membrane. It can also impact inner and outer ear hair growth and cause debris and fluid to build up in the cochlear duct. Hypothyroidism can lead to both neurological and morphological (physical) defects in the development of part of the inner ear called the organ of Corti. This is kind of like the ear’s microphone. Researchers believe this suggests that thyroid hormone exerts direct effects on the cochlea. People with Hashimoto’s are at higher risk of developing hearing problems than healthy individuals. This can be secondary to Hashimoto’s and it can also be found as another autoimmune disorder known as autoimmune inner ear disease (AIED). This should be considered if you have a history of Hashimoto’s and you develop an acute onset of symptoms such as tinnitus, a feeling that your ears are blocked and you can’t unblock them, excess fluid in your ears, vertigo, etc. As with many problems involving autoimmunity, inflammation is at the root of this problem and it may respond to treatment with steroids. AIED causes inflammation of the inner ear structures. The most common symptom is fluctuating/progressive sensorineural (inner ear) hearing loss with up to 50% of patients also experiencing tinnitus and vertigo. Studies have found that hearing loss was determined to be sensorineural based (found i the inner ear) and MRI findings showed cochlear inflammation. There is no definitive test for AIED. Elevated ESR, CRP and a positive ANA or RA factor may be consistent with the diagnosis. Some other autoantibodies have also been associated with this disease including: Anti-HSP70 (Heat shock protein 70), Anti-cochlin, Anti-beta actin, Anti-CTL2 (Choline transporter-like protein 2), Anti-collagen type 2 But their diagnostic and prognostic role remains controversial. MRIs can help identify the location and rule out other causes like acoustic neuroma and ototoxic neuropathy. Some other autoimmune disease associated with AIED include: • Cogan’ syndrome • Systemic lupus erythematosus • Vasculitis • Rheumatoid arthritis • Systemic sclerosis • Relapsing polychondritis • Polymyositis-dermatomyositis • Hashimoto’s thyroiditis • Ankylosing spondylitis • Behḉet disease • Inflammatory bowel disease In the next post, I’ll discuss what signs and symptoms to look for, then we’ll look at things you can do about it. Have a great day! Unless you have other, quieter plans. References: https://www.longdom.org/open-access/investigating-the-possible-audiological-effects-of-hypothyroidism-2471-9455.pdf https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6116174/ 6. Anand VT, Mann SBS, Dash RJ, Mehra YN (1989) Auditory investigations in hypothyroidism. Acta Otolaryngol 108: 83-87. 7. Malik V, Shukla GK, Bhatia N (2002) Hearing pro le in hypothyroidism. Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 54: 285-290. 8. Arduc A, Isik S, Allusoglu S, Iriz A, Dogan BA, et al. (2015) Evaluation of hearing function in patients with euthyriod Hashimoto`s thyroiditid. Endocrine 50: 708-714. 9. Santos DKTP, Dias NH, Mazeto DSGMF, Carvalho DLR, LapateRL, et al. (2010) Audiologic evaluation in patients with acquired hypothyroidism. Braz J Otorhinolaryngol 76: 478-484.

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Adam Savage has great things to say about hearing loss and hearing aid and reducing the stigma. Listen and enjoy! https://youtu.be/AEHsxb_rSAk YOUTUBE.COM Ask Adam: Destigmatizing Hearing Loss

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My silly looking husband really wants to help! Hearing Aid Specialists of the Central Coast is sharing a COVID-19 Update. October 26 at 2:25 PM · “I have several patients who work at CMC, ASH, Trader Joes or Miners. They just can’t hear clearly through the plexi-glass and masks.” For essential workers struggling to understand others, Hearing Aid Specialists will add this new program at no charge. Setting up the new mask-mode takes about thirty minutes and it can be programmed to 95% of all brands of hearing aids. It is done at his office by appointment. Our schedule is filling up quickly. We have two offices, one in Atascadero and one in San Luis Obispo. If you have questions or need more information, please call 805-460-7385.

“I have several patients who work at CMC, ASH, Trader Joes or Miners. They just can’t hear clearly through the plexi-glass and masks.” For essential workers struggling to understand others, Hearing Aid Specialists will add this new program at no charge. Setting up the new mask-mode takes about thirty minutes and it can be programmed to 95% of all brands of hearing aids. It is done at his office by appointment. Our schedule is filling up quickly. We have two offices, one in Atascadero and one in San Luis Obispo. If you have questions or need more information, please call 805-460-7385.

Please don’t let COVID scare you from enjoying Nicole’s favorite holiday! Go visit our good friends Ginny and Herb Kunze this weekend (and next!) at River "K" Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze! They, like all small businesses on the Central Coast, need your support! 💜🧡🖤🎃👻 https://www.facebook.com/1527034817/posts/10223146758287118/?extid=0&d=n

Did you know every 11 seconds an adult over the age of 65 is treated in an emergency department for a fall related injury! If you are over the age of 65 you are at a high risk for falling. Many falls can be prevented. Having your ears and vision checked can help you understand your balance and reduce the risk of falling. Check out some tips for reducing YOUR risk for a fall!

What is Tinnitus? Tinnitus is mostly commonly attributed to ringing in the ears, but can manifest itself in a variety of ways: • Ringing • Buzzing • Whistling • Sizzling • Hissing • Swooshing • Clicking • High-Frequency sounds • Static or white noise If any of these sound familiar to you, click below to schedule an appointment to find Tinnitus relief!

Maintaining healthy hearing is easy when you follow these three basic rules for hearing health! 1. Wear earplugs when you are around loud noises, such as fireworks, loud machinery and at concerts. 2. If you are over the age of 65 schedule a hearing appointment with an audiologist 3. If you have been diagnosed with hearing loss, get a hearing device that works for you and WEAR IT EVERY DAY! (Did you know this can help reduce your risk of developing dementia??)

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If there was a better way to communicate and feel more involved in your own life, wouldn’t you want to know? AARP is calling “Social Isolation” a growing health epidemic among seniors. One of the focuses in our clinic is to help our patients become more independent and socially active through treating hearing loss. Come in for an evaluation today and learn a better way to communicate and live!

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