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Hearing Loss
What Exactly is Hearing Loss?
Hearing loss is the total or partial inability to hear sounds in one or both ears. It happens as a result of the aging process, noise exposure or other health conditions. A diagnostic evaluation is the best way to identify your degree of hearing loss and develop the best treatment plan.
Do you have questions about hearing aids? Our Consumer Guide to Hearing Aids provides an in-depth breakdown of the different types of hearing devices, as well as the technology available for all forms of hearing loss.
More on Guide to Hearing AidsWhat is Hearing Loss? Millions of people around the world have hearing loss. It often comes on gradually or is caused by repeated exposure to loud noises. Any decrease in hearing can cause disruptions in daily communications, negatively impact social and mental health, and lead to comorbidities that drastically lower quality of life. There are…
More on Hearing LossUnderstanding Hearing Loss Symptoms and causes of mild, severe, and profound hearing loss, who gets it, and what to do. Levels of Hearing Loss There are two levels of hearing loss: mild-to-moderate and severe-to-profound. We hear sounds with tiny nerves called hair cells located in our inner ears. Our outer hair cells help us hear soft…
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Think You Might Have Hearing Loss?
Take our free, 5-minute online screening to get a better understanding of your hearing health. It can determine if a professional screening is right for you.