Feelings of vertigo, dizziness, and loss of balance are more prevalent than most people realize; 42% of the American population (90 million people) experience this at least once during their lifetime, and for many the condition becomes chronic. In the elderly, dizziness is the most common reason that people over 75 visit a doctor, and […]
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Many older people hear the persistent noises caused by tinnitus, however few people realize it strikes children too. Many children also experience the symptoms of tinnitus. While adults can usually determine that the sounds they are hearing are abnormal, many kids assume the noise is a regular part of life. If your child shows signs […]
Hearing aids are a valuable tool when addressing hearing loss and are constantly getting better. Every year they become more advanced and offer additional features and functions that were not previously available. One such innovation is the directional microphone. This device allows its users to have a more natural listening experience, making it a popular […]
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As the smallest of the hearing aid options available today, completely-in-canal (CIC) hearing aids differ from other styles due to their size, custom fit and location in the ear canal for people with mild to moderate hearing loss. This style of hearing aid has many advantages, as well as a few disadvantages when compared to […]
You probably already know of countless medications that can contribute to liver failure, increase risk of infection, and cause countless other side effects. Most people don’t know that some medications are bad for their hearing and may contribute to deafness or balance problems. These types of drugs and medications are called ototoxic medications. Ototoxic medications […]
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Choosing the hearing aid that’s right for you or your loved one can be overwhelming, especially with the variety of hearing aid options available. The next few paragraphs will describe more about one particularly popular type of hearing aid: open fit hearing aids. Open fit hearing aids share many similarities with behind-the-ear devices. This type […]
Unfortunately, hearing loss isn’t unheard of among young kids, but with the proper type of hearing aid most children can greatly improve their hearing and speaking ability. If you are in the process of trying to select a hearing aid for your boy or girl, the sheer number of functions, sizes and styles available can […]
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A person who is suffering from conductive hearing loss has difficulty hearing caused by a problem with their ear’s ability to conduct sound waves. A malformation or congenital absence can cause this type of hearing loss or it may be caused by a blockage in the ear canal. Total hearing restoration may be possible with […]
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When it’s time to select a new hearing aid, you’ll find that there are many styles and types to choose from. Among the most common styles is the behind-the-ear (BTE) hearing aid, which like any other device has a variety of pros and cons. Continue reading for details that will help you decide if a […]
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Many new types of hearing aids include Bluetooth technology; perhaps your aid already is. Although Bluetooth was originally developed for use with mobile phones, its applications have expanded to include computers, televisions and home phones. Digital hearing aids equipped with Bluetooth provide new ways to use and control these products, which makes them more convenient […]
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