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Deafness is the inability to hear properly or at all. The majority of deaf people acquire their deafness after learning spoken language. They may have lost their hearing because of an accident or illness, or because of constant exposure to loud noise, or just through old age. Most of these people rely on assistive devices such as hearing aids for amplification of sound.
Follow the links below to find information about deafness.
Reviewed July 2009
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Usher syndrome
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Better Health Channel
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Usher syndrome is a genetic disorder characterised by the loss of both hearing and vision. Some people also experience problems with balance. There is no cure. Services aim to help the person prepare for and cope with the dual loss of sight and hearing.
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Nov 2008
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Meniere's disease - myDr.com.au
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myDr
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Those suffering from Meniere's disease experience dizziness, increasing deafness and tinnitus.
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Nov 2008
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Hearing tests (Comment for consumers)
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Australian Prescriber
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Some babies are born deaf. New technology will soon enable all babies to have a hearing check.
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Aug 2003
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The inheritance of deafness
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The Children's Hospital at Westmead
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This fact sheet is designed to help parents understand genetic and inherited deafness.
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Aug 2000
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