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Oral Steroids and Injections Both Effective in Restoring Hearing Levels

A loss of hearing could potentially lead to the need for Social Security disability benefits. When a disability results in an individual being unable to work, Social Security disability benefits may be available.

According to a report from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), oral steroids and steroid injections are both found to be effective in restoring hearing levels.

After NIH researchers looked into both types through its largest treatment trial ever done for those with sudden deafness, it was discovered that neither one provided any better results. They were equally effective.

This allows for more options when it comes to treating individuals with sensorineural hearing loss, also known as sudden deafness. There is a significant difference in the cost of each, with steroid injections costing as much as $200 per injection and oral steroids costing less than $10.

Every year, 1 in 5,000 persons develop sudden deafness, which comes on for no apparent reason and can rapidly progress. Sometimes, recovery is quick but other times, it requires medical intervention.

When you are facing an inability to work due to a severe health condition, you may be eligible to receive Social Security disability benefits. A Miami-Dade County Social Security disability attorney can explain what qualifies for disability benefits and what criteria must be met.

Filing for Social Security disability benefits is complicated and time-consuming, but at LaVan & Neidenberg, P.A., our team of disability attorneys is ready for the challenge. We like to empower our clients by providing a FREE Social Security disability guide so you can learn more about the process of filing for disability benefits. When you're ready to get started, contact The Law Offices of LaVan & Neidenberg, P.A. to begin your claim. Our state-of-the-art, customized intake and database system means less hassle, so you can focus on what's most important to you instead of having to spend your days wading through confusing legalese and legal red tape. Call today - 1-888-234-5758.