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If you have difficulty hearing conversations in noisy environments, trouble with high-pitched sounds, or a persistent ringing in your ears, you might have sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL). Diagnosis involves a physical exam with an otoscope and tuning fork tests for comparing...
Sensorineural hearing loss can stem from various causes and risk factors. Genetic mutations account for over half of congenital cases. Birth complications and prenatal infections, especially rubella, can lead to hearing loss. Chronic exposure to loud noise damages inner ear hair cells,...
Sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL) occurs when there's damage to the inner ear hair cells or auditory nerve fibers. It often stems from prolonged exposure to loud noises, age-related degeneration, infections like meningitis, or head injuries. You might notice difficulty...
To manage conductive hearing loss, you have several effective options. Bone conduction devices transmit sound through skull vibrations and work well for those with chronic ear issues or ear canal malformations. Middle ear implants, surgically placed, can greatly enhance sound quality...
To prevent conductive hearing loss, limit your exposure to loud noises and always use ear protection in noisy environments. Practice safe listening habits by keeping volumes at a moderate level and taking breaks from prolonged noise exposure. Maintain good ear hygiene—clean your ears...