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Hearing impairment or Deafness refers to conditions in which individuals are fully or partially unable to detect or perceive at least some frequencies of sound which can typically be heard by others.

There are many factors that lead to deafness, and aging is one of them. It is estimated that about 30% of Americans between the ages of 65 and 74 have hearing problems and about half of those who are 85 and older experience hearing loss.

If you or a family member starts to experience trouble in hearing, you may ask for a referral to an audiologist, a specialist trained to measure one's ability to hear sounds of different pitch and loudness. These tests are painless. Audiologists can also help determine if you need a hearing aid. You may read up on Miracle Ear reviews or seek help from a specialist to walk you through the many options and select the best hearing aid for you.

Hearing loss does not have to be a major disability.

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