Audiology.md journal
Patient-first articles to help you understand hearing, prepare for care, and ask better questions.
Hearing Health
Tinnitus is the perception of ringing, buzzing, hissing, or other sounds that have no external source. It affects millions of adults and ranges from a minor nuisance to a condition that significantly disrupts sleep, concentration, and quality of life. Here is what the evidence says about causes, evaluation, and management.
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Hearing Health
Multiple large studies have found that untreated hearing loss is associated with a meaningfully higher risk of cognitive decline and dementia. Here is what the evidence shows and what it means for your care decisions.
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Hearing Tests
An audiogram maps the softest sounds each ear can hear. Use this step-by-step guide to understand the axes, symbols, hearing levels, patterns, and speech results.
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Hearing Tests and Evaluations
Learn how otoacoustic emissions testing checks cochlear outer-hair-cell function, what present or absent OAEs may mean, and how OAE differs from a hearing test.
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Hearing Tests and Evaluations
Learn how acoustic reflex testing works, what ipsilateral and contralateral results show, what absent reflexes may mean, and how the test fits into a hearing evaluation.
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Hearing Tests and Evaluations
Learn what tympanometry measures, what happens during the test, what common tympanogram patterns may mean, and how it differs from a hearing test.
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Hearing Tests and Evaluations
Learn how a speech recognition test works, what word-recognition percentages mean and why volume, masking and test conditions matter.
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Hearing Tests and Evaluations
Learn how speech audiometry measures speech detection, recognition and understanding in quiet and noise—and what the results mean.
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Hearing Tests and Evaluations
Learn how pure-tone audiometry measures hearing thresholds, how air and bone conduction differ and what the audiogram results can show.
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Hearing Tests and Evaluations
Learn what happens during a hearing evaluation, which tests an audiologist may perform, how to prepare and what your hearing results can show.
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Degrees of Hearing Loss
Learn what profound hearing loss means, how it affects speech, how audiologists test it and which hearing aids or support options may help.
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Degrees of Hearing Loss
Learn what severe hearing loss means, how it affects speech, how audiologists test it and which hearing aids or support options may help.
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Degrees of Hearing Loss
Learn what moderate hearing loss means, how it affects speech, how audiologists test it and which hearing aids or support options may help.
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Types of hearing loss
Learn what mild hearing loss means, why it can affect daily communication, how it is diagnosed, and which care options may help.
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Types of hearing loss
Learn what high-frequency hearing loss sounds like, what can cause it, how audiologists test it, and which treatments may improve communication.
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Types of hearing loss
Learn what sensorineural hearing loss is, common causes and symptoms, how audiologists test it, and which hearing options may help.
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Types of hearing loss
Learn what conductive hearing loss is, common outer- and middle-ear causes, how audiologists test it, and which options may help.
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Hearing health
Learn the common early signs of hearing loss, when to get a hearing test, and when sudden hearing changes need prompt medical attention.
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Hearing health
Hearing changes are not always about volume. Learn everyday listening patterns worth discussing with a hearing professional.
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Hearing care basics
Learn what hearing loss is, common types and causes, signs to watch for, and when a professional hearing evaluation may help.
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Paying for hearing care
A practical guide to Medicare audiology coverage, hearing benefits, and questions to ask before scheduling care.
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Paying for hearing care
A practical, patient-first guide to audiology coverage, hearing benefits, and the questions to ask before scheduling care.
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Finding hearing care
A patient-first guide to finding a qualified audiologist, comparing care options, and preparing for a first appointment.
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Appointments and evaluations
A patient-first guide to preparing for an audiology appointment, understanding common tests, and discussing next steps.
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Hearing care basics
Learn the common signs that a hearing or balance concern may be worth discussing with an audiologist.
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Hearing care basics
Learn how audiologists and hearing aid specialists support hearing care, and how to choose a starting point for your needs.
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Hearing care basics
Understand how audiologists and ENT physicians work, what each professional treats, and where to start for hearing or balance concerns.
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Hearing care basics
Learn who audiologists are, the care they provide, and what to expect from a first hearing or balance appointment.
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A clear, patient-first introduction to audiology, hearing care, and the questions that can help you take your next step.
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Audiology Basics
Learn what audiologists do, the hearing and balance concerns they evaluate, and when a visit may be a helpful next step.
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Hearing Tests and Evaluations
Learn how an auditory brainstem response test works, what ABR results can show, how babies and adults are tested, and how ABR differs from a hearing test.
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