Genes and Hearing Loss One of the most common birth defects is hearing loss or deafness (congenital), which can affect as many as three of every 1,000 babies born. Inherited genetic defects play an important role in congenital hearing loss, contributing to about 60 percent of deafness occurring in infants.
Insight into sleeping disorders and sleep apnea What causes snoring? Why is snoring serious? What treatments are available? and more…
Insight into complications and treatment What is a thyroid disorder? What treatment may be recommended? What is thyroid surgery? and more…
Insight into the many causes of nasal congestion What are the causes of nasal congestion? Are there any risks when treating congestion? Where can I find out more?
How the Ear Works The ear has three main parts: the outer, middle and inner ear. The outer ear (the part you can see) opens into the ear canal. The eardrum separates the ear canal from the middle ear. Small bones in the middle ear help transfer sound to the inner ear. The inner ear […]
Sleep apnea is known to affect 1 to 3 percent of children, but because there may be many unreported cases, could actually affect more.
