What is Hearing Loss?Updated a month ago

Hearing loss refers to a reduced ability to hear sounds, which can affect one or both ears. It can range from mild to profound and can be temporary or permanent. The most common types of hearing loss include:

• Sensorineural Hearing Loss: This occurs due to damage to the inner ear or the auditory nerve and is often permanent.
• Conductive Hearing Loss: This involves problems with the ear canal, eardrum, or middle ear and can often be treated medically or surgically.
• Mixed Hearing Loss: A combination of sensorineural and conductive hearing loss.