Author Archives: Anita Carroll

About Anita Carroll

Dr. Anita Carroll is a Board Certified Doctor of Audiology and licensed by the State of NC. She has a lifelong commitment to providing personalized, professional hearing care which began with helping several family members with their hearing loss. This gives her an interesting personal perspective on the needs of her patients - especially with the impact of hearing loss on relationships.

Headphones or Ear Buds?

Posted on February 9, 2012 by Anita Carroll

There are pros and cons to choosing headphones that go over the ears or ear buds that fit inside the ear canal.   This choice can make a difference in sound quality and in preserving your hearing.  The typical "over-the-counter" ear buds that … Continue reading →

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Medical Conditions Associated with Hearing Loss

Posted on January 25, 2012 by Anita Carroll

There are some medical conditions which also cause hearing loss.  Some of these medical conditions that cause hearing loss are diabetes,  renal (kidney) disease, hypothyroidism, heart disease, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol.  Even some medications treating various diseases or conditions may cause or … Continue reading →

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Disposable Earplugs

Posted on November 29, 2011 by Anita Carroll

Earplugs provide protection against noise-induced hearing loss. They also provide protection against tinnitus – which many don’t associate with noise exposure. Earplugs can be used in noisy environments at work or at home, at sporting events and concerts. All earplugs … Continue reading →

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Have a Hearing Loss? – Educate Family and Friends!

Posted on October 25, 2011 by Anita Carroll

  Letting the people around you know you have a hearing loss is a lot easier than trying to hide it.   Have you shared these tips for good hearing with your family and friends?   ·        Don’t expect me to … Continue reading →

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Music-Induced Hearing Loss

Posted on October 19, 2011 by Anita Carroll

  A music-induced hearing loss occurs when the music levels reach hazardous sound pressure levels from exposure under earphones, performing on stage and in practice rooms.  This type of hearing loss is particularly detrimental for musicians and vocalists because they … Continue reading →

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Noisy Restaurants

Posted on March 22, 2011 by Anita Carroll

The most common complaint I hear from my patients is their difficulty hearing in noisy restaurants. “How can I enjoy friends/family if I can’t hear them in all the noise?” Continue reading →

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