Noisy place answers (226)

A: Lay individuals fail to value the sound distortion related to hearing loss. Loss does not mean that sounds sound the same but are just quieter; it means the brain fails to construe noise based upon what the brain''s prejudices are. Those of us, who have natural hearing, have knowledge of what speech sounds are ''believed'' to sound like. So do a patient with hearing loss, and this influences speech sound perception, even if it is in error....

A: Chronic exposure to noise loud enough to make you raise your voice can also increase heart attack rates by 50 percent, especially if this is true at both work and home. And if you work in a noisy place, it''s that much more important to make sure you live in a quiet one. So pick an apartment on a higher floor or in a suburban area, or petition for a quieter work environment....

A: Dear Reader, Welcome to college, a place of academic excellence, personal growth, and…dorm life. There are many advantages to living in a dormitory, such as meeting dozens of interesting people, collaborating with new friends, and participating in fun activities. However, close living quarters can present some challenges. Living in a raucous environment can be frustrating and lead to sleep deprivation. It’s clear that you’ve tried a number of strategies to block out the noise around you. Here are some more tips that may help you get a good night’s sleep: Wear noise-cancelling headphones. Even if you’re not playing music, the headphones can drown out a loud roommate or noises from the hall. Some people find these more effective than earplugs. Use a noise machine....

A: you must go to Faneuil Hall. Historic stuff. Lots of great food and shopping there. Try The Purple Shamrock. They''ll give you a Guiness at 8am with your irish breakfast. Also go to Newbury Street. It''s like the 5th avenue of boston. Tour a brewery or six. Try coffee jello. Anna''s! Boo on me for just searching the topic right now. If you''ve already answered this or this question, I''ll see your answer there. Mmm I think I shall flag this for removal. How long will you be there (in terms of days, not free time)? And where will you be staying? I think much could be added that is not in those earlier threads. Waltham is not Boston. If you want to hop on the T, Grendel''s Den, is an awesome hole-in-the-wall joint in Harvard Square in Cambridge. Hey, that''s no hole in the wall. You want a...

A: cdl3, It sounds like you have reached ''burnout''; I am not sure that there is anyone, who if exposed to what you described could not learn to enjoy a 2-3 month leave of abscence, if financially possible, to regain their identity. With that said, it appears that you are sufferring from depression and acute anxiety brought on by your work environemnt and the load noises. The good news is that with reasonable accomadations, which it sounds like your employer is willing make, you will be able to function fully in your position. However, I question the rationale of further medicating the person you are caring for as a reasonable accomodation. Some other options for accomodations are a reduction in work hours, assistance in the work place to respond to the...

A: Very quiet hum. Whisper. If I walekd into the room, I couldn''t alwaystell if my husband''s was on. I''ve been using a CPAP for several years. I''ve had roommates (on trips)who have said they can''t even tell it''s on. I am able to easily hear myradio come on in the morning and to hear my dog when she starts scratchingthe side of the bed in the morning. I think you''ll be fine. Not bad at all...people pay $$$ for "white noise" machines. Hereyou can get insurance (hopefully) to pay for it. I''m hopefully going toget off mine soon (my promise to myself to have a repeat sleep study donewhen I get down to 250 - only 35 more pounds to go). My only concern iswhether my wife can sleep with it off - she''s gotten used to the sound overthe last 10 years *G*!!! JR Todays CPAPs are nearly...

A: The police may well advise you to keep a diary of the noise levels... And its a good idea. Since its happening regularly; your local council may even have a sound-meter you could borrow/hire so you can get your facts really accurate. I do have one suggestion that may be useful... Do you know if they are renting also? If so; it would be easy enuff to find out who owns the property & complain to them... If the roof over their head is threatened they may quiet down a bit (or move)... Another (even nastier) idea is b/c you mention they have children... The poor little mites probably never get enuff sleep (if they are primary schooler age at least); perhaps a ''concerned anonymous'' call to children''s services? As a (rather flighty) young single parent I had some experience w/ children''s...

A: This may not be your stomach but noises made by your colon. I used to think it was my stomach too but in reality I learned it''s sometimes a noisy gut (GI tract). When my colon is noisy and very active I sometimes have the good bacteria levels off. Eating a yogurt cup or two a day is an easy fix. Stonyfield yogurt is high in acidopholis. If you can''t tolerate dairy as I can''t, you can take a probiotic (I''m currently taking one capsule after dinner each evening of Nature''s Way, you find it in the health food section near yogurt). As far as that bloated feeling, avoid carbonated beverages, drinking with a straw, chewing gum, chew your food very well at each meal, sip a small amount of water at meals and in general, smaller meals spaced...

A: I have what I believe to be the same issue. It''s been going on for well over 10 years now. I also find that sometimes, especially when I''m dehydrated, it will feel like something is "out of place" in my throat. Usually turning my head to the left (it is the left side that bugs me) and coughing will resolve it. "Funny" story. I went to the doctor to have it looked at. The doctor I had at the time was less than pleasant; she had the bedside manner of a land mine. I explained what was going on, she looked down my throat for a few seconds, poked at the outside of my neck for a few and said, essentially, that nothing was wrong. I pressed the issue, because I find it to be quite alarming, and she said (exact quote) "Well what do you want me to...

A: Home treatment for hay fever symptoms According to this article: ''Use a vaporizer or humidifier in the bedroom and take hot showers to help clear a stuffy nose.'' Humidifier vs. Vaporizer ''Humidifier and Vaporizer Humidifiers and vaporizers add moisture to the air, making it less drying to your mouth, throat, and nose. A humidifier produces a cool mist, and a vaporizer puts out hot steam. Cool mist from a humidifier may be more comfortable to breathe than hot steam. However, humidifiers are noisy, produce particles that may be irritating to some people, and need to be cleaned and disinfected regularly. This is especially important for people who have mold allergies. A vaporizer''s hot steam does not contain any irritating particles, and you can add medications...