Menieres Syndrome - Deafness
One of the reasons for hearing loss, which affects adults, is Menieres syndrome. Menieres affects one's hearing and balance. Its onset can be viciously sudden and it can leave one reeling in its side effects. Some of the symptoms of Menieres are ... [... more]
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Hearing loss self-evaluation - Deafness
Are there some situations where you feel you are not hearing as well as you should? Here's a self-evaluation which may help you decide whether to seek professional help and have your hearing checked. Remember, that unfortunately it is 'natural' ... [... more]
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Deafness Denial - Deafness
What can family and friends do to help someone recognise they may have a hearing problem? It is most likely family, friends or colleagues will notice the changes in someone's hearing ability before they do. When confronted this person's first ... [... more]
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Deafness impact of iPod or MP3 players - Deafness
Sensorineural loss is the most common type of hearing loss. It is age related and caused by excessive noise - often called industrial deafness. However, many younger people are presenting with hearing loss because they are listening to music ... [... more]
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Mental Health Month - Deafness
May is Mental Health Month. Mental health is a very delicate topic within our societal social realms. There are many stereotypes and stigmas for those suffering from mental illness. If a person breaks a bone, there is no shame in seeking ... [... more]
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National Women's Health Week - Deafness
May 14 - 20, 2006, is National Women's Health Week while May 15, 2006, is National Women's Check-Up Day. Women typically care for others before caring for themselves. Our society has engrained in our women that their first priority is never ... [... more]
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What happens at a hearing test? - Deafness
So you think you have a hearing loss but you have white coat syndrome and are afraid of doctors. There's no need to be afraid of taking a hearing test. You won't be poked with needles or asked to strip off your clothes! A hearing test is simple, ... [... more]
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The Warning Signs of Deafness - Deafness
Hearing loss often is silent. Rarely is it sudden (although that does happen). More often it is a slow and gradual loss and this can be difficult to recognise. Especially if you are over 50 years of age look for the warning signs, because 1 in 4 ... [... more]
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