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Fabry Disease May Lead To Hearing Loss
Fabry Disease (Also known as Anderson-Fabry disease) is a rare inherited illness, which may cause full body or localized pain to the extremities, kidney complications, high blood pressure, and fatigue, among others. The treatment of this condition is done by enzyme replacement therapy. A study has found the effects of this treatment may lead to [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )IBM Research Scientist Develops Technology To Help Hearing Loss Sufferers
New technology may facilitate phone conversations for those suffering from hearing loss. A recent article published by CNET, discusses how an IBM research scientist, Dimitri Kanevsky, developed a technology that can help hearing loss sufferers better communicate. Mr. Kavevsky, who has been deaf since he was 3 years old, utilizes technology that instantly transcribes a [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Tips to Prevent Hearing Loss
Once hearing loss has been diagnosed, it is important to treat it with the correct use of a hearing aid, but what about preventing hearing damage? This article will go over tips with this purpose in mind. Constant exposure to loud noise is one of the leading factors that result in loss of hearing in [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )A Study Shows a Connection Between Hearing Loss and The Risk Of Falling
There are many factors that can create a higher risk of falling, these include: muscle weaknesses, slower reflexes, and poor vision, among others. A new study has found a correlation between hearing loss and how it can increase an older adults’ risk of falling. The study conducted in part by Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Hearing Loss and Vocal Nerves
How can hearing loss affect the brain? A new study conducted by Dr. Richard Mooney of Duke University Medical Center, may find a correlation in hearing loss and vocal nerves. The study was done with songbirds, analyzing portions of their brain that control how the birds sing. According to the study, within the first 24 [...]
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