Hearing Loss
With gaming becoming increasingly popular, there is growing concern about its potential link to hearing loss. New studies from organisations such as The World Health Organisation (WHO), and others highlight this issue. A significant number of adults aged 18-35 are now spending an average of 17 hours per week gaming, often using headphones with enhanced…
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It’s common for a person’s hearing ability to change over the course of a lifetime, whether due to ageing, or frequent exposure to loud noises. For individuals who suspect that they have sustained damage to their hearing, or are already experiencing challenges in conversations and social situations, a diagnostic hearing test can determine the presence…
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Auditory processing disorders (APD) is a condition that impacts the way that an individual understands and interprets auditory signals. Individuals that suffer from APD may experience no obvious symptoms of hearing loss but may have trouble understanding different sounds. Understanding the causes and treatment options available for APD is the first step towards receiving treatment…
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In the intricate dance of human communication, nuances often slip through the cracks, leaving room for misinterpretation and confusion. One particularly intriguing aspect of this phenomenon has surfaced through recent research: the unexpected association between clear speech and negative perceptions. Imagine this scenario: you carefully articulate your words, striving for clarity and precision, only to…
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When you find yourself having to ask others to repeat themselves, you’re constantly turning the TV volume up, or you’re hearing strange noises – it could be time to get your hearing checked. According to the Department of Health, more than one out of every three Australians suffer from some level of noise-related ear damage.…
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Many of my clients often ask me why are hearing aids so expensive. To answer this we first need to look at hearing loss and why hearing aids require such elaborate technologies to effectively improve communication and hearing. There are different forms of hearing loss effecting different parts of the ear. Two of the most…
Read MoreGlue ear, also known as adhesive otitis, Otitis media with effusion (OME), or serous otitis media, is a condition in which there is fluid build up in the middle ear behind the ear drum. The disorder is much more common in children due to Eustachian tube maturation. Symptoms of Glue Ear The condition is often asymptomatic apart from causing…
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[et_pb_section][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text] Otitis (ear) media (middle) is an infection of the middle ear cavity. Normal Ear Vs Ear with Otitis Media Types Otitis media can be divided into 3 types. 1. Acute Otitis Media (AOM) Otitis media usually starts with a cold or a sore throat caused by bacteria or a virus. The infection spreads…
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This article identifies the issue of Patients with hearing loss not hearing their doctors instructions and recommendations effectively. Tips and Strategies to help Doctors communication with patients
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how to help a loved one that has hearing loss who may be in denial.
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