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Nov

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HOW IS TINNITUS TREATED?

Tinnitus is a condition that causes the person to hear sounds that have no external cause. If you have tinnitus, you might hear ringing, whistling, whooshing, crackling, popping or various other sounds. While the exact cause of tinnitus isn't known, it’s possible that...

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28

Nov

woman experiencing ear discomfort

3 WAYS TINNITUS IMPACTS QUALITY OF LIFE

If you have had the sensation of hearing a ringing in your ear but can't seem to find a ringing phone, you are likely experiencing a characteristic of tinnitus. Tinnitus can be characterized as hearing a sound with no external source. For some, this sound can be a...

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28

Nov

female doctor smiling

DOES CPAP EQUIPMENT REALLY HELP WITH SLEEP APNEA?

Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is one of the major treatment methods for patients diagnosed with sleep apnea. A CPAP machine sends in humidified air through your nasal cavity, creating air pressure to keep your throat open while sleeping. Many people with sleep a...

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28

Nov

display of hearing aids

HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU REPLACE YOUR HEARING AIDS?

One of the most common questions asked during a first appointment at the audiologist is, how often should you replace your hearing aids? Though there isn't really a straightforward answer to this question, audiologists generally recommend hearing aid replacement between eve...

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