As you age, hearing loss is a fact of life. Depending on your health, hearing loss may be more profound in some than in others. There is a name for this type of hearing loss, called presbycusis. Presybcusis has many causes including age, exposure to loud noises for many years…
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The Danger of Decibels
Any sound above 80-90 decibels is too loud. Listening to that level of sound for over ninety minutes a day will result in hearing damage. Over time, the damage gets worse and can result in permanent hearing loss.
Understanding Cochlear Implants
Cochlear implants are an alternative for people who suffer from sensorineural hearing loss. The surgery improves sounds in most patients with a few exceptions…
Are your Ears Ringing? Tinnitus Explained
Are you suffering from ringing in the ears? This is a condition called tinnitus. Often it is not serious – just very annoying to those experiencing it…
