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Meniere’s Disease: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Also known as endolymphatic hydrops, Meniere’s is a disorder of balance, hearing or both caused by an increase in inner ear fluid called endolymph.
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Brad Ingrao, AuD
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Brad Ingrao, AuD is a Doctor of Audiology who grew up around hard-of-hearing people. He has been practicing clinical audiology since 1992. Known as an early adopter and supporter of disruptive technologies and practices, he is always on the lookout for ways to improve access to quality hearing care.
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How to Find a Good Audiologist
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What is Tympanometry?
Tympanometry means to "measure the tympanum" and is a tool used to evaluate the function of the middle ear. It is a subset of middle ear, or impedance measurements that also include acoustic reflex measurements.
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What are CROS and BiCROS Hearing Aids and Who Needs Them?
A description of CROS and BiCROS hearing aid systems and what they are, who they're intended to help, how they're fitted, considerations in buying them, and links to major hearing aid manufacturers who offer these systems.
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What is Auditory Processing Disorder (APD)?
Auditory Processing Disorder or APD (also called Central Auditory Processing Disorder or CAPD) makes it difficult for people to process sounds despite having normal hearing ability. This article provides an overview of APD / CAPD and the common strategies for treating it.
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Vertigo and Dizziness: Causes, Treatment and Prevention
Most people experience vertigo and dizziness at one time or another. Here is what you need to know about this disorienting problem, the most-common causes for it, what doctors do to diagnose it, and common treatments pathways that can include simple canalith repositioning, physical therapy, or pharmaceuticals.
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