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Decision Point You may want to have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor's recommendation. Either way, this information will help you understand what your choices are …
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Overview By the age of 4, your child may tell you they are having trouble hearing or understanding others. You can ask your child questions about their hearing. You can also watch your child's …
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… ear. But a problem in the inner ear or in the nerves that allow you to hear prevents proper … ear. But a problem in the inner ear or in the nerves that allow you to hear prevents proper …
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… 71c Hearing is one of our most important senses. … every 4 Canadian adults report some level of hearing loss or hearing disability. The prevalence of hearing …
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… your baby's behaviour to check for hearing loss. If you notice a change, your baby might have hearing loss. Does your baby: Listen to speech? Turn … voice? Quiet their crying when you speak? Startle or cry at noises? Awaken to loud …
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… for my child’s age group? Birth to 3 months old Startles or cries at loud sounds Becomes … spoken to Makes cooing sounds 4 to 6 months old Moves head in direction of sounds Pays … squeals, whimpers and chuckles 7 to 12 months old Turns and looks in the direction of sounds …
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… Condition Basics What is age-related hearing loss? Age-related hearing loss (presbycusis) is a progressive … in your ears with a lighted device. Hearing tests may be done to check if you have hearing …
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… Overview Hearing loss caused by noise can occur in people of … the military, might have this type of hearing loss. A sudden, extremely loud sound can cause … severe, and often permanent hearing loss. This type of injury often requires …
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… Medicines that damage the ear and cause hearing loss are known as ototoxic medicines. They are a common cause of hearing loss, especially in older adults who …
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… can watch your child's behaviour to check for hearing loss. If you notice a change, your child might have hearing loss. Also, pay attention to the …