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… memory changes. But these changes can be a normal part of aging. This type of memory problem is more often annoying than serious. Memory loss that starts suddenly or that clearly interferes with how well you can function in daily life may be a sign of a more …
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… Temporary Confusion or Decreased Alertness On this page: Overview … she wakes up. But extreme sleepiness may be a symptom of a more serious health problem. Confusion Confusion may range … or decreased alertness. Confusion, Memory Loss, and Altered Alertness Current as of: …
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… Medicines That Can Cause Confusion or a Decreased Alertness On this page: Overview Overview Many prescription and non-prescription medicines can cause confusion or make you less alert. A few examples are: …
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… the ability to hear lower-pitched sounds may be affected as well. This kind of hearing loss affects most older adults to … there are devices that can help you hear and communicate more easily. These include hearing aids, telephone … close captioning on videos and TV, email, and text messaging can help. Speechreading may also help. With this …
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… Hearing Loss in Children, Ages 1 to 2 Years On this page: Overview … of your child's speech. Children must be able to hear well for normal speech and language to develop. Does your … of your child's speech. Children must be able to hear well for normal speech and language to develop. Does your …
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… Hearing Loss in Children, Ages 2 to 4 Years On this page: Overview … of your child's speech. Children must be able to hear well for normal speech and language to develop. Does your … of your child's speech. Children must be able to hear well for normal speech and language to develop. Does your …
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… Hearing Loss in Babies, Ages 4 to 6 Months On this page: Overview … You can watch your baby's behaviour to check for hearing loss. If you notice a change, your baby might have hearing loss. Does your baby: Respond to changes in your voice? Look …
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… Hearing Loss in Children, Age 4 Years and Older On this page: … notice behaviour that would mean your child is not hearing well, such as talking in a loud voice or not following … notice behaviour that would mean your child is not hearing well, such as talking in a loud voice or not following …
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… Hearing Loss in Babies, Ages 7 Months to 1 Year On this page: … their name? Respond to requests like "come here" or "want more?" Recognize words for common items like cup, shoe, or … their name? Respond to requests like "come here" or "want more?" Recognize words for common items like cup, shoe, or …
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… Hearing Loss in Babies, Newborn to Age 3 Months On this page: … You can watch your baby's behaviour to check for hearing loss. If you notice a change, your baby might have hearing loss. Does your baby: Listen to speech? Turn to you when you …
