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have AMD . Intermediate and late AMD can be treated with daily intake of vitamins and minerals that can slow the progression of the disease . Therapy and surgery can also be considered for types of advanced neovascular AMD , which typically results in severe vision loss , to stop further progression .
Hearing Loss and Prevention
It is common for hearing loss to occur as you age . According to the Mayo Clinic , about 25 percent of people in the United States between the ages of 55 and 64 have some degree of hearing loss , increasing to one in two people by age 65 and older . Chronic exposure to loud noises and aging are the two main causes of hearing loss , resulting in the perception of muffled speech from others , difficulty understanding words , frequent requests for others to repeat themselves , loud volume on the television or radio , and avoidance of social settings .
Hearing loss occurs when there is damage to the inner ear , infection in the ear , or ruptured eardrum . Damage to the inner ear can happen with age , or constant exposure to loud noises over an extended period of time . These cause wear on the nerve cells in the cochlea that send sound to the brain . When they are damaged , signals aren ’ t transmitted as effectively , causing loss of hearing . Heredity , aging , occupational and recreational noises , some medications , and some illnesses may cause either partial or full hearing loss , but there are ways to treat hearing loss . Treatment can include surgical procedures , hearing aids , or cochlear implants .
Preventive measures can also be taken to protect against noise-induced hearing loss and to avoid age-related hearing loss . Be sure to wear protective earmuffs if you work in a loud environment or are hunting , going to concerts or doing other loud activities for an extended period of time . It is also important to have your hearing tested on a regular basis . Early detection is key to preventing complete hearing loss .
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Mouth Health
Your mouth can tell a lot about your overall health . Investing in your oral health is also investing in your general health . There are several conditions that are linked to oral health including endocarditis and cardiovascular disease . When bacteria from your mouth — or other parts of your
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“ Our family at Canonsburg Podiatry believes in treating our patients like family . We are committed to providing skilled and gentle family foot care with experience , compassion , and genuine care .”
We specialize in treating adult and childrens ’ foot problems : Ingrown Nails • Warts • Bunions • Neuromas Comprehensive Diabetic Foot Care • Hammertoes Foot Surgery • Fungal Nail Disease Heel Pain Syndrome • Plantar Fascitis • Spurs
Canonsburg Office 111 S . Central Avenue Canonsburg , PA 15317
McMurray Office 160 Gallery Drive McMurray , PA 15317
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