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7 Myths About Tinnitus

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Experiencing a ringing in the ears is a condition known as tinnitus. This noise does not come from an outside source, but instead is produced from your own ears and cannot be heard by anyone else. Tinnitus is fairly common and can have a negative impact on your daily life.   There are a handful

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What Are Hearing Aids?

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While hearing aids are relatively common, many patients have the same questions about them when they are starting out with hearing loss treatment. During an appointment at Associates of Otolaryngology and Harvard Park Hearing  and we can answer any questions you may have. However, you can also learn more before your appointment, so you feel

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Managing Tinnitus in Daily Life

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If you’ve encountered chronic ringing or buzzing in the years, you probably found it distracting and worrying. Tinnitus is the term for ringing in the ears, and help is available. Many patients simply live with their condition and become frustrated. Sometimes a general practitioner will tell them that there is no treatment. They leave their

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Ear Infections in Adults

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Although children are usually the ones afflicted by ear infections, adults can get them as well. Also known as otitis media, ear infections that affect adults are typically more serious than those that children get. Generally, adults who develop an ear infection should see an ear, nose, and throat (ENT) doctor for treatment. There are

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Ear Infections: An Overview

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Ear infections, also known as otitis media, is the inflammation of the middle ear. While it is usually diagnosed in children, it can also affect adults occasionally. Is it Serious? Ear infections may actually be more serious than you think. When left untreated, they can cause hearing loss. This can really affect children because it

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Understanding Ménière’s Disease

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Ménière’s disease is a condition of the inner ear in which the patient experiences vertigo, or a specific feeling of dizziness or spinning. The disease can also cause other symptoms including tinnitus or ringing in the ear, a feeling of pressure or fullness in the ear, and hearing loss which comes and goes. Usually, only

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What is Meniere’s Disease?

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Meniere’s disease is a disorder of the inner ear, causing bothersome episodes of hearing loss, vertigo, and other symptoms. The disease can affect any age, most commonly those between 20 and 50. Although this condition is considered chronic, a proper diagnosis and treatment can relieve symptoms and help you lead a more comfortable life. Symptoms

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