{"id":68,"date":"2018-10-15T13:25:14","date_gmt":"2018-10-15T17:25:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/charlestonhearing.com\/hearing-loss\/types-of-hearing-loss\/"},"modified":"2020-11-02T17:45:32","modified_gmt":"2020-11-02T22:45:32","slug":"types-of-hearing-loss","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/hearingsc.com\/hearing-loss\/types-of-hearing-loss\/","title":{"rendered":"Types of Hearing Loss"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [{\n   \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What is conductive hearing loss?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Conductive hearing loss occurs when there are problems in the outer ear, ear canal, eardrum or middle ear. It can be caused by any of the following: Ear infection. Fluid in the ears. Malformation or abnormalities of the outer or middle ear. Impacted earwax. Foreign object in the ear. Allergies. Perforated eardrum. Otosclerosis. Benign tumors. Conductive hearing loss is often correctable with surgery or medications (typically antibiotics). Alternatively, it may be treated with hearing aids.\"\n }\n }, {\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What is sensorineural hearing loss?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Sensorineural hearing loss involves a problem with the inner ear, and is frequently referred to as \u201cnerve deafness.\u201d It may be caused by any of these: Noise exposure. Head trauma. Aging (presbycusis). Viral disease. Autoimmune ear disease. Meniere\u2019s disease. Malformation or abnormality of the inner ear. Otosclerosis. Tumors. Sensorineural hearing loss can sometimes be treated with medications (corticosteroids) or surgery. More likely, hearing aids will be required.\"\n }\n }, {\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What is mixed hearing loss?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Mixed hearing loss is a combination of both types. Treatment might involve a combination of medication, surgery and\/or hearing aids. In addition to the different types of hearing loss, it is important to consider the extent to which a patient is experiencing symptoms. Hearing loss is further categorized as being either monaural or binaural.\"\n }\n }, {\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What is unilateral hearing loss?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Unilateral hearing loss (sometimes referred to as single-sided deafness) affects one ear only, while bilateral hearing loss affects both ears. Patients with unilateral hearing loss have normal hearing in one ear and impaired hearing in the other; they have difficulty hearing on one side and localizing sound. This type of hearing loss is usually associated with conductive causes. Individuals with bilateral hearing loss have impaired hearing in both ears. The condition is most often treated with hearing aids (two are more effective than one) or cochlear implants.\"\n }\n }, {\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What is noise-induced hearing loss?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Noise-induced hearing loss is the most common type experienced by younger individuals. It can be caused by exposure to a single loud sound, such as a gunshot or explosion, or by continuous exposure to loud noise over a period of time. When sounds exceed 85 decibels (dB) they are considered hazardous to your hearing health. Continuous exposure to volume levels that high causes permanent damage to the hair cells in your ears. Activities that put people at risk for noise-induced hearing loss include hunting, riding a motorcycle, listening to music at high volumes, playing in a band and attending rock concerts. An estimated 15 percent of Americans aged 20 to 69 have hearing loss that may have been caused by noise exposure. This type of hearing loss can be prevented by wearing earplugs and protective devices.\"\n }\n}\n ]\n  }\n<\/script><\/p>\n<p>Hearing loss affects an estimated 48 million Americans. There are many different causes, which translate to different types of hearing loss. An understanding of the cause and type of hearing loss is essential in developing a successful treatment plan.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/hearingsc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/ThinkstockPhotos-513253697-2048x1171.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"740\" height=\"423\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-213\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hearingsc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/ThinkstockPhotos-513253697.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/hearingsc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/ThinkstockPhotos-513253697-300x172.jpg 300w, https:\/\/hearingsc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/ThinkstockPhotos-513253697-768x439.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Types of Hearing Loss<\/h2>\n<p>There are three main types of hearing loss. They are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Conductive Hearing Loss.<\/strong> Conductive hearing loss occurs when there are problems with the ear canal, eardrum or middle ear. There are a variety of causes including structural deformities, fluid in the middle ear, ear infection, allergies, impacted earwax, perforated eardrum, foreign objects in the ear, otosclerosis and benign tumors. Conductive hearing loss may be correctable with surgery or medication.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sensorineural Hearing Loss.<\/strong> Sensorineural hearing loss involves problems with the inner ear and is sometimes referred to as \u201cnerve deafness.\u201d Causes include aging, noise exposure, trauma, viruses, autoimmune disorders, otosclerosis, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/menieres-disease\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20374910\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Meniere\u2019s disease<\/a>, malformations of the inner ear and tumors. Treatment for sensorineural hearing loss usually requires <a href=\"https:\/\/hearingsc.com\/hearing-aids\/hearing-aid-types\/\">hearing aids<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mixed Hearing Loss.<\/strong> This is a combination of conductive and sensorineural hearing loss and affects both the inner ear and middle or outer ear. Treatment options depend on the exact cause and may include a combination of medications, surgery and hearing aids.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In addition to the different types of hearing loss, it is important to consider the extent to which a patient is experiencing symptoms. Hearing loss is further categorized as being either monaural or binaural.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Unilateral hearing loss<\/strong> (sometimes referred to as single-sided deafness) affects one ear only, while <strong>bilateral hearing loss<\/strong> affects both ears. Patients with unilateral hearing loss have normal hearing in one ear and impaired hearing in the other; they have difficulty hearing on one side and localizing sound.<\/p>\n<p>This type of hearing loss is usually associated with conductive causes. Individuals with bilateral hearing loss have impaired hearing in both ears. The condition is most often treated with hearing aids (two are more effective than one) or cochlear implants.<\/p>\n<p>The difference between a hearing exam and a <a href=\"https:\/\/hearingsc.com\/hearing-loss\/hearing-tests\/\">hearing (audiology) evaluation<\/a> is subtle: the exam refers to a single test that makes up part of the overall evaluation. There are many different types of hearing exams that may be administered.<\/p>\n<p>Contact <span class=\"company-name \">The Hearing &amp; Balance Center<\/span> at <a href=\"tel:+18435762604\">(843) 576-2604<\/a> for more information or to schedule an appointment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hearing loss affects an estimated 48 million Americans. There are many different causes, which translate to different types of hearing loss. An understanding of the cause and type of hearing loss is essential in developing a successful treatment plan. Types of Hearing Loss There are three main types of hearing loss. 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