A ringing or buzzing of the ears is a characteristic of this disorder, which can be caused by a variety of different factors
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John has played his music loudly for years. Now, in his 20 s, he finds he has a continuous ringing in both of his ears. What would John probably be diagnosed with? a. Tinnitus, which is a nerve-based disorder that has no perma- nent cure. b. Conduction-based hearing impairment; however, hearing aids may be able to help. c. Damage to the pinna, which can be corrected with surgery. d. Regardless of the disorder, John will ultimately require a cochlear implant.
2. Meniere syndrome is a debilitating disorder characterized by periods of vertigo (dizziness),tinnitus (ringing in the ear), a sensation of pressure in the ear, and progressive hearing loss. Inmost people affected with Meniere syndrome, the nerve associated with balance has reduced responsiveness to stimulation. Reduced responsiveness of the nerve associated with balance could indicate a.an increased threshold level b.increased myelination of the nerve c.increased repolarization of the nerve d.an increased action potential
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Meniere syndrome is a debilitating disorder characterized by periods of vertigo (dizziness), tinnitus (ringing in the ear), a sensation of pressure in the ear, and progressive hearing loss. In most people affected with Meniere syndrome, the nerve associated with balance has reduced responsiveness to stimulation. The structure of the ear that is associated with vertigo is the A. cochlea B. auditory canal C. Eustachian tube D. semicircular canal Reduced responsiveness of the nerve associated with balance could indicate A. an increased threshold level B. an increased action potential C. increased myelination of the nerve D. increased repolarization of the nerve
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