Sensorineural Hearing Loss

Also known as nerve deafness, this type of hearing loss involves the deterioration of the inner ear. The tiny hairs that line the ear passage, and which carry sound, have been damaged. This type of loss is most commonly caused by prolonged exposure to high volume levels, bacterial and viral infections, fluid build-up, sudden trauma to the ear, and the normal aging process. Sensorineural hearing loss cannot be treated with medication or surgery. Hearing instruments are the best way to treat sensorineural hearing loss.

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Conductive Hearing Loss
This type of hearing loss occurs when the inner ear does not properly receive sound signals.

Signs of Hearing Loss in Children
If you are experiencing that your child exhibits one or more of the following signs we would advise you to contact your family doctor to have your child's hearing checked.

Hearing Loss Indicators -
There are conditions which may occur before birth, during infancy or in childhood that may affect a child's ability to hear normally.