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Diane Faulknor, MA, CCC/A

Hearing Aids

Shhh…Don’t Silence the Importance of Hearing Aids!!

While it’s not as talked about, the importance of hearing aids shouldn’t be underestimated! A study by Johns Hopkins reported that 1 in five Americans age 12 and older suffer from hearing loss severe enough to impact communication.  Simply put, hearing loss is no respecter of persons and can strike at virtually any age. However, …

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Hearing Loss

Six Really Famous People with Hearing Loss You’d Never Expect

If you suffer from hearing loss, you’re not alone! A sobering 48 million Americans suffer from one or another form of hearing loss. In fact, your favorite actor, athlete, or celebrity may suffer from some level of hearing loss. Continue reading to learn more about famous people with hearing loss and a brief description of the type …

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Conductive Hearing Loss

Understanding the Levels of Hearing Loss and Treatments for Each

Hearing loss is generally described as a partial or total inability to hear sounds or noises and can occur suddenly, e.g., noise-induced hearing loss, or gradually with age. This condition can occur in children, teenagers, younger adults, and even infants. Loss of hearing can make it difficult for you to communicate or respond within your …

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Can You Hear Me Now? You Can Suffer Hearing Loss from Headphones

Although everyone assumes headphones prevent hearing loss, did you know you can suffer hearing loss from headphones? Most of our patients are surprised to learn there is a strong connection between hearing loss and wearing headphones. Let’s dig a little deeper to understand how headphones can cause hearing loss. Can You Suffer Hearing Loss from …

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Comparing Myringosclerosis vs Tympanosclerosis and Hearing Loss

Did you know that myringosclerosis, tympanosclerosis and hearing loss are related? While myringosclerosis and tympanosclerosis are similar conditions that can affect your middle ear, only one can cause hearing loss. Continue reading to learn more about the connection between myringosclerosis, tympanosclerosis, and hearing loss from the hearing specialists at North Shore Hearing P.C.. What Is …

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Mastoiditis and Hearing loss

Listening to the Connection Between Mastoiditis and Hearing Loss

Did you know there is a distinct connection between mastoiditis and hearing loss? Mastoiditis is a bacterial infection of the mastoid air cells surrounding your middle and inner ear. Your mastoid bone is a component of the temporal bone of your skull and is full of air cells. These air cells are believed to help …

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Meniere's Disease Hearing Loss

What Is the Treatment for Hearing Loss Caused by Meniere’s Disease?

Hearing loss is a common health concern for millions of Americans. It can affect anyone and can be caused by various factors such as birth defect, aging, trauma, exposure to loud noise, medication, and hearing loss can be caused by Meniere’s disease. Meniere’s disease is a rare hearing disorder that affects the inner ear. Approximately …

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