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Hearing loss can occur at different degrees—mild, moderate, moderately-severe, severe, or profound—and may vary across different frequencies (pitches). Audiometric evaluations can determine your hearing thresholds compared to the average adult with normal hearing.
Sound volume is measured in decibels (dB). A whisper may be around 15–20 dB, while a jet engine reaches 120 dB. “Thresholds” refer to the softest sounds one can detect. Normal hearing for adults is typically 0–25 dB across tested frequencies. Speech recognition testing may also be performed to assess how well a person can hear and understand specific words.
There are three primary types of hearing loss:
This type occurs when sound cannot efficiently reach the inner ear due to issues in the outer or middle ear. The cochlea and auditory nerve remain unaffected.
Possible causes include:
Ear infections (outer or middle ear)
Complete earwax blockage
Ossicular chain damage or fixation (otosclerosis)
Tympanic membrane perforation (hole in the eardrum)
Absence of ear canal or middle ear structures
Conductive hearing loss may be temporary or permanent. Medical or surgical treatment is possible in some cases, while hearing aids may be used if hearing loss persists.
Sensorineural hearing loss involves damage to the inner ear (cochlea) or the auditory nerve. It is often permanent and may result in difficulty hearing speech clearly, especially in noise.
Common causes include:
Congenital issues (present at birth)
Noise-induced damage
Genetic factors
Certain medications
Age-related hearing loss (presbycusis)
Hearing aids are typically the most effective management option, and ongoing evaluation is recommended.
Mixed hearing loss is a combination of both conductive and sensorineural components. This means there is a problem in both the outer/middle ear and the inner ear or auditory nerve.
Treatment may involve a combination of medical management and hearing aid use.
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