Ear and Balance Clinic

Hearing Statistics according to the Hearing Health Foundation

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At Ear and Balance Clinic we treat a number of otologic disorders, here are just a few: Eardrum Perforation: Opening in the tympanic membrane typically from infection, inflammation, or trauma. Endolymphatic Hydrops: Elevated inner ear fluid pressure. Symptoms of hydrops include pressure or fullness in the ears, hearing loss, dizziness, and imbalance.... "Surfer's Ear" Exostosis: Bony growths in the external auditory canal; commonly occurs after years of exposure to the forceful rush of water in the ear canal, which leads to plugging, infections, ear blockage, and hearing loss. Glomus Tumor: Vascular benign tumor arising from veins in bone around the structures of hearing and balance. Meniere's Disease: Disorder in the regulation of inner ear fluid pressure resulting in fluctuating nerve hearing loss, episodes of severe spinning vertigo, tinnitus, and often a sensation of fullness or pressure in the ears or head. Find out more at myeardoctors.com

Dr. Jackson is a House-fellowship trained otologist who has been recognized by her peers as a world renowned specialist. Her colleagues voted her into the Best Doctors in America listings since 1992 and has been certified as an expert in federal and several state jurisdictions. If you have questions or concerns about your ear health, make an appointment with Dr. Jackson and get expert medical advice today.

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Approximately 17 percent (36 million) of American adults report some type of hearing loss: 18% of adults between the ages of 45 and 65, 30 percent of adults 65-74 years old and 47 percent of adults over 75. There is a strong link between hearing loss and age, and because hearing loss can be gradual its necessary to have an annual hearing test. Just like seeing a primary care physician or an optometrist once a year for a check up, being proactive about hearing loss will help prevent it from negatively affecting your life. Schedule your hearing exam today!