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Hearing Professionals of Illinois wants to help educate you on your hearing loss and treatment options. In addition to our 60-minute Hearing Healthcare Education Class, we have put together a learning library filled with resources on the topic of hearing. The better informed you are, the better outcome you will achieve with hearing loss treatment. Just like managing any chronic health condition, managing hearing loss includes understanding as much as possible about how the ear works, the different types of hearing loss, communication strategies and treatment options.
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What Exactly is Hearing Loss?
Hearing loss is the total or partial inability to hear sounds in one or both ears. It happens as a result of the aging process, noise exposure or other health conditions. A diagnostic evaluation is the best way to identify your degree of hearing loss and develop the best treatment plan.
Do you have questions about hearing aids? Our Consumer Guide to Hearing Aids provides an in-depth breakdown of the different types of hearing devices, as well as the technology available for all forms of hearing loss.
More on Consumer's Guide to Hearing AidsDid you know there are different kinds of hearing loss? And some hearing loss is temporary while other hearing loss is permanent? Take a look at the different types of hearing loss to better understand why your ability to hear is impaired and the different treatment options available.
More on Different Types of Hearing LossHow do I know if I have hearing loss? How is hearing loss diagnosed? What kinds of tests do audiologists perform? Our FAQ section has answers to questions like these and more. Click to get helpful information to assist you on your hearing journey.
More on Education CenterAs hearing professionals, we have our finger on the pulse of the hearing healthcare industry. If you’re interested in the latest hearing technology advances, studies and updates, check out our news page.
More on Latest Hearing Health NewsIf you’re trying to better understand your hearing loss, a basic comprehension of how the ears work can help. While our auditory system is incredibly complex, this page breaks down key information that can help shed more light on your hearing health.
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