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Mixed Hearing Loss
Mixed Hearing Loss is a bit more complex and is a combination of conductive and sensorineural hearing loss in one person. This type of hearing loss affects both the outer and inner ear and is more difficult to diagnose and treat, but is manageable with the right care.
At Abid Hearing hearing aid clinic, we are dedicated to comprehensive evaluation and treatment of combined hearing loss through state of the art testing and audiologist services as-well-as hearing aid technology.
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What is Mixed Hearing Loss?
Mixed Hearing Loss is the result of impaired conductive pathways or nerve cells in the ears that perform the function of hearing. On a downside, this combination could mean worse hearing problems than either one type of loss.
For example, you might have sensorineural hearing loss because you’re getting older or are often around loud sounds, but you also have a middle ear infection or a buildup of earwax that causes conductive hearing loss, when it presents as a mixed type.
Causes of Mixed Hearing Loss
The causes of mixed hearing loss vary, often involving a combination of medical or environmental factors that affect both the outer/middle ear and inner ear. Common causes include:
Chronic ear infections
Head trauma
Genetic hearing disorders
Exposure to loud noise
Age-related degeneration
Earwax buildup combined with sensorineural loss
Symptoms of Conductive Hearing Loss
Symptoms of conductive hearing loss can vary based on the cause and severity. Common signs include
Difficulty hearing conversations clearly
A feeling of fullness or pressure in the ears
Ear pain or discomfort
Fluid drainage from the ear
Trouble hearing on the phone or in noisy environments
Trouble understanding speech in noisy environments
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Audiogram of Mixed Hearing Loss
Audiogram is a fundamental diagnostic method to diagnose mixed deafness. It is often a mixture of characteristics of both conductive and sensorineural Air conduction thresholds raised (both types)
Air-bone gaps (conductive elements) reduced BC thresholds (sensorineural disease)
Mixed hearing loss audiograms are useful in allowing audiologists to develop effective treatment approaches that are specific to the individual patient and his or her hearing profile.
Severe Mixed Hearing Loss
With a Severe mixed hearing loss both the conductive and sensorineural components are impaired, and the effect will be worse scarcity of hearing. Such cases often involve a mix of medical medicament alongside high-powered or later digital hearing aid devices may help with a worshipful surgical involvement as for the conductive cause.
Mixed Hearing Loss Treatment
Treatment of mixed hearing loss is generally directed to treatment for the causative part of the its module Medical or surgical treatment of the conductive portion
Hearing aids, or cochlear implants for the sensorineural part
Hearing aids and communication options for better listening in noise and other challenging situations
The is also individualized based on how bad, what age, and how significant the medical history.
Why Choose Abid Hearing for Mixed Hearing Loss?
Here at Abid Hearing, our audiology clinicians ensure complete treatment is given to those with mixed hearing loss. From precise diagnosis to customized treatment options including high-quality hearing aids and aftercare, we provide the best possible help to those with hearing loss.
Freequently Asked Question
What is mixed hearing loss?
Mixed Hearing Loss is a mix of the two types, Conductive and Sensorineural, also combined of hearing loss in the outer/middle ear and the inner ear or auditory nerve.
Is Mixed Hearing Loss resolvable?
Mixed hearing loss may be partly reversible. The parts of the hearing mechanism that are conductive can sometimes be treated medically or surgically, but the sensorineural component almost always requires long-term therapy with hearing aids.
What treatment options are available for Mixed Hearing Loss?
Treatment varies depending on the cause, but it can range from surgical intervention, treatment with medication for infections, and the use of more high-tech hearing aids that amplify overall sound. You can drop in to the Abid hearing aid clinic and consult with expert audiologist who will assist you in finding the best hearing solutions to deal with mixed hearing loss.
Can Mixed Hearing Loss impact mental health?
Yes, hearing loss when left untreated can result in isolation, depression and anxiety and cognitive decline over the years.
How often should someone with Mixed Hearing Loss meet an audiologist?
You should make a visit to an audiologist for hearing tests and to have your devices adjusted every 5 to 10 months in order to keep your hearing at its best.
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