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Support & Guidance
Throughout every stage of your auditory journey, we stand by your side, dedicated to simplifying each step for you. Whether you're seeking insights about hearing or gearing up for your initial consultation, this section provides the resources you need.
Hearing Loss
What Exactly is Hearing Loss?
Hearing loss refers to the complete or partial inability to perceive sounds in one or both ears, often stemming from factors such as the aging process, prolonged noise exposure, or underlying health conditions. To ascertain the extent of your hearing impairment and determine the most suitable course of action, a diagnostic assessment is highly recommended.
Diverse Categories of Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is not a one-size-fits-all condition; it manifests with varying degrees of severity and can affect individuals differently depending on factors like pitch and frequency. Pinpointing the specific nature of your hearing loss is pivotal in tailoring an effective treatment strategy aligned with your unique requirements.
Hearing Loss and Comorbidity
It is not uncommon for a person’s hearing health to be affected by other medical conditions and vice versa. This is considered a comorbidity condition. Comorbidity is when we have two or more diseases or conditions simultaneously.
Hearing loss is, in fact, a comorbidity, which can be connected to several other comorbidities. The six primary comorbid conditions associated with hearing loss are social isolation and loneliness, depression, balance problems and falls, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and dementia.
Continue reading to learn more about hearing loss comorbidity conditions.
Tinnitus
Experiencing buzzing, whirring, or ringing sounds in your ears? It might be tinnitus. Tinnitus is characterized by the presence of unwelcome noises in one or both ears. It's a prevalent but bothersome condition that can significantly affect one's quality of life. Fortunately, numerous patients have discovered relief through treatments that successfully alleviate their symptoms.