Hearing loss

Progressive loss of hearing due to age is common. It is called Presbycusis.

Symptoms:

• Hearing becomes difficult
• Sounds come in unclear.
• Back ground sounds may cause difficulty in hearing

Causes:

• Accumulation of ear wax
• Damage of the inner ear
• Ear infection
• Ruptured eardrum

Treatment:

• Removal of wax
• Hearing aids
• Cochlear implants (when inner ear is damaged).

Prevention:

• Regular cleaning of ear wax
• Avoid loud noise
• High speed movements without ear protection should be avoided.

Compiled by: Indrajit Sinha, Last updated: 02.12.07 © Medhospital Foundation

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