Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Introduction This leaflet has been written to provide you with information about sound sensitivity, sometimes referred to as hyperacusis in children.  It includes why children can be sensitive to sounds and way in which you can support and help your child. What is Hyperacusis? This is a term to describe a high level of sensitivity to certain sounds.  Sound sensitivity … Read More

Introduction This leaflet has been written to provide you with information about listening difficulties that can be experienced by children. Listening difficulties are experienced by many children, especially those who have had glue ear and resultant hearing loss in their formative years.  Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) is a variant of listening difficulty that affects about 3% to 5% of school-aged … Read More

Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your procedure.  Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet.  It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and the audiologist, but may act as a starting point for discussion.   If after reading it you have any concerns or require further explanation, please discuss … Read More

Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your procedure.  Most of your questions should be answered by this booklet.  It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and the audiologist, but may act as a starting point for discussion.   If after reading it you have any concerns or require further explanation, please discuss … Read More

Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your procedure.  Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet.  It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and the audiologist, but may act as a starting point for discussion.  If after reading it you have any concerns or require further explanation, please discuss … Read More