Monday, June 21, 2004
Hearing Disorders
Hearing Disorders
Hearing loss is a common condition that affects an estimated
one-third of Americans older than age 60. Doctors believe that heredity and
chronic exposure to loud noises are the main causes. Learn more about hearing
loss and how it can be treated.
Anatomy of the Ear
Presented by the American Medical Association
Describes the structure of the ear, depicting its various parts and explaining
their respective functions http://www.medem.com/MedLB/article_detaillb.cfm?article_ID=ZZZYXNW46JC&sub_cat=198
How Hearing & Balance Work
Explains the role of the ear in the complex processes of hearing and balance,
which is maintaining a sense of equilibrium
Discuses hearing disorders and diseases, auditory testing, treatment, and
rehabilitation http://www.asha.org/public/hearing/anatomy/
Hearing Loss
Discusses causes, prevention, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and more
From the Mayo Clinic
http://www.mayoclinic.com/invoke.cfm?id=DS00172
Five Minute Hearing Test
Discusses causes, prevention, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and more
From the Mayo Clinic
http://www.entnet.org/healthinfo/hearing/hearing_test.cfm
Self Help for Hard of Hearing People (SHHH)
Offered by a national organization for people with hearing loss
Provides fact sheets, communication tips, and advice on coming to terms with
hearing loss
http://www.hearingloss.org/
Frequently Asked Questions About Hearing Aids
Find out whether you are a candidate for a hearing aid, and get the facts
about what is involved.
Presented by the American Academy of Audiology
http://www.audiology.org/consumer/guides/hafaq.php
Clinical Trials on Hearing Loss
Lists medical research trials that are recruiting patients
Describes each research study and tells how to apply
http://clinicaltrials.gov/ct/gui/action/FindCondition?ui=D006311&recruiting=true
Directory of Organizations
Lists organizations that focus on health issues pertaining to hearing, balance,
speech, and related concerns
http://www.nidcd.nih.gov/health/directory/index.asp
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