Hearing aids
A hearing aid is a small device that helps people hear better. Read more about different types of hearing aids and how to get them.
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Stapedectomy
Otosclerosis can cause the stapes bone to lock in place, causing conductive hearing loss. A stapedectomy can improve your hearing without the need for a hearing aid.
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Cochlear implant
Cochlear implants are electronic devices that stimulate the hearing nerve to provide sounds directly to the brain. They are are designed to recognise signals as sound, which in turn help understand speech.
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Deafness
Deafness is the complete loss of your hearing. Find out about living with deafness, the Deaf community, sign language and more.
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Otosclerosis
Otosclerosis is a condition that affects a tiny bone inside your ear, leading to hearing loss. Find out its symptoms and how it is treated.
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Tinnitus
If you have ringing or other strange noises in your ears, you may have tinnitus. Read more about the symptoms, causes and treatments of tinnitus.
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Confusion
Confusion can be temporary, but sometimes it's a permanent state caused by a medical condition. Here are things you can do to help manage confusion.
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Delirium
Delirium is a sudden change in your thinking or behaviour. It is most common in older people. Find out more about prevention and treatment here.
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Objects in the ear
Children sometimes poke things into their ear, which can cause pain or swelling. Find out what to do when someone has something in their ear.
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Ear wax
Ear wax (cerumen) is produced by tiny glands in the ear canal and helps keep the ears clean. Find out how to treat a build-up of ear wax.
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