Posts Tagged / hearing aids
8 Causes Of Hearing Loss In Adults
There are a number of causes for hearing loss in adults including everything from diseases and disorders to medications and loud noises. Finding out the cause of your hearing loss can help you and your doctor figure out the best way to treat it. Otosclerosis Otosclerosis is one cause of hearing loss in adults. It
Types of Hearing Loss
Hearing loss describes any reduction in hearing. Hearing loss can make a significant impact on your everyday life, so it’s important to see an ENT specialist and discuss your best treatment options. It might surprise you to know there are a few different types of hearing loss. The type of hearing loss someone experiences depends
Hearing Aid Types
When you’ve been diagnosed with hearing loss of nearly any degree or type, often a simple solution is getting fitted with a professional hearing aid that is adjusted and tuned by a hearing doctor. However, this leaves you with many options for what type, size, style, and even color you can choose for your specific
What Are Hearing Aids?
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, we can answer any questions you may have. However, you can also learn more before your appointment, so you feel better prepared to make an
Hearing Aid Basics
Is your hearing loss making you feel left out of social conversations and causing miscommunication? If so, it might be time to consider a hearing aid to improve your daily life. What is a Hearing Aid? A hearing aid is a small electronic device made up of a microphone, amplifier, and speaker. The device can
How Loud is Too Loud?
Every day, we are exposed to noise that may or may not be damaging our hearing. While most daily noises are not enough to hurt our ears, it only takes one encounter with a noise that’s too loud to cause permanent damage to our hearing. How Noise is Measured Noise is measured in decibels (dB)
Hearing Loss Signs & Symptoms
When it comes to hearing loss, symptoms are not always abrupt or incredibly obvious. The symptoms of hearing loss are often gradual or may seem situational for many, especially in crowds, loud events such as concerts or when someone has a softer voice. In this blog, we’ll discuss the signs that could point to the