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Treating Tinnitus: What Are My Options

In Hearing Loss by Julie Raney

Is This Tinnitus? Almost one in six Americans suffers from tinnitus, a persistent perception of sound that is not really present in their environment. That is 50 million people. This sound is frequently described as “ringing in their ears” but …

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The Role of Ears in the Balance System

In Hearing Loss by Julie Raney

How Common is Hearing Loss? Studies estimate that disabling hearing loss affects around 13% of the US population over the age of 18. There are a myriad of causes ranging from congenital malformation to professional or recreational exposure to dangerous …

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A Link Between Hearing Loss & Osteoporosis

In Hearing Loss by Julie Raney

As we age it seems that our bodies require much more screening than when we were younger. For instance, osteoporosis often goes undiagnosed until an unexpected and mild fall leaves behind a significant break in the wrist, spine, or even …