Sensorineural hearing loss

Overview

Sensorineural hearing loss is permanent. Causes include aging and long-term exposure to loud noise.

Symptoms

Higher pitched tones may seem muffled. It may be hard to pick out words against background noise.

Treatments

Treatments can improve hearing but not restore the loss. Treatments include hearing aids, cochlear implants and listening aids.

Last Updated Jan 13, 2023


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