Hearing loss that occurs gradually as you age is common. Today approximately 800 million people in the world are affected by hearing loss. By 2015 it is estimated to be 1.1 billion.
· 65% have mild hearing loss
· 30% moderate loss
· 5% severe or profound loss
Doctors believe that heredity and chronic exposure to loud noises are the main factors that contribute to hearing loss over time. Other factors, such as earwax blockage, can prevent your ears from conducting sounds.
Hearing loss is not a symptom of just the older generation. The majority of people with hearing loss are school and working age. More and more young people experience hearing loss, mainly due to excessive noise levels and listening to music too loud (i.e. MP3 players, iPods, etc.)
You can't reverse hearing loss. However, you don't have to live in a world of muted, less distinct sounds. With Dr. Nelson’s help, you can take steps to improve what you hear and enjoy your life.
Dr. Sarah Nelson
Dr. Sarah Nelson
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