Deafness

Microtia is a birth defect that causes children to be born with small, deformed ears. New surgery techniques can make the problem virtually disappear.

Dec 2, 2009 - Jeannette Hartman

Prolonged exposure to sounds at overly high frequencies (Hertz) or pressure (decibels) can potentially result in permanent noise-induced hearing loss.

Nov 24, 2009 - Cheryn Tan

Undiagnosed deafness can make a person seem forgetful when in fact they have not heard information in the first place. Modern digital hearing aids improve life quality.

Sep 22, 2009 - Jenny Fowler

Communication among the deaf is normally through a series of signs and symbols that are portrayed through hand movement and facial expressions.

Aug 28, 2009 - Debbie Roome

Deafness has many implications which affect family life, society and education. This has resulted in deaf people congregating together and forming a unique culture.

Aug 28, 2009 - Debbie Roome

Coping with deafness and hearing loss, whether sudden or gradually increasing, can be very difficult. Here are some thoughts on adjusting to new levels of hearing.

Aug 14, 2009 - Gillian Buchanan

Almost everyone experiences ringing in the ears at some point during his or her life. Sometimes, excess noise can be a sign of something more serious.

Jul 11, 2009 - Ashley Anderson

One cause of hearing loss is a slow growing tumor called an "acoustic neuroma". Each year this condition threatens the hearing of one out of every 100,000 people.

Jun 13, 2009 - Elizabeth Linehan

Amphibians, birds and fish all have the ability to re-grow lost or damaged hair cells. Mammals (including humans) don't - but wait!

May 21, 2009 - Elizabeth Linehan

There are several options when it comes to trying to restore lost hearing. For patients with profound hearing loss, cochlear implants are growing in popularity.

May 5, 2009 - Elizabeth Linehan

When seeking to reverse hearing loss, there are several options. One of those is corrective surgery.

Apr 30, 2009 - Elizabeth Linehan

Understanding the intensely emotional debate surrounding treatments, "cures", and restorative devices requires first an understanding of the mechanics of hearing.

Apr 23, 2009 - Elizabeth Linehan

According to UKCoD, there is no unity in deaf and hard-of-hearing people. In such cases models of deafness and disability may help identify their differences.

Apr 8, 2009 - Melissa Mostyn

The Songbird FlexFit is a disposable hearing aid device designed to last 400 hours, perfect for temporary hearing loss help.

Mar 13, 2009 - Tina Samuels

There are different degrees of hearing loss, and many deaf and hearing impaired children have some residual hearing.

Oct 27, 2008 - Kimberley Powell

Cochlear implants are widely recognized as an appropriate intervention for children with bilateral severe to profound sensorineural hearing loss.

Oct 25, 2008 - Kimberley Powell