What does it mean if I suddenly lose my hearing?

What does it mean if I suddenly lose my hearing?

What does it mean if I suddenly lose my hearing? Hearing typically declines with age as we grow older. However, when hearing loss occurs suddenly, it is referred to as “sudden hearing loss”, specifically known as “sudden sensorineural hearing loss.”...
Hearing Loss and Dementia

Hearing Loss and Dementia

Hearing Loss and Dementia The World Health Organisation (WHO) states that almost 1 in 5 people have hearing loss. While there are numerous risk factors associated with hearing loss, such as heredity, certain medications, infections, noise exposure, and physical...
The Subtle Signs of Hearing Loss

The Subtle Signs of Hearing Loss

The Subtle Signs of Hearing Loss As we age, things around our body start to change, so it is common to experience changes in our hearing as well. Changes in your hearing can occur gradually, so it is good to identify them early and know when to seek help from a...
Hearing Loss and Speech and Language Development

Hearing Loss and Speech and Language Development

Hearing Loss and Speech and Language Development It is well supported that hearing is important for speech and language development in children. We learn speech through hearing so if our hearing is impaired it may cause speech development to be delayed.Normally,...
Different Types of Hearing Losses

Different Types of Hearing Losses

There are 3 different types of hearing loss: 1. Sensorineural hearing loss2. Conductive hearing loss3. Mixed hearing loss Sensorineural Hearing Loss: This is the most common type of hearing loss. It occurs if the cochlea (hearing organ) and/or the hearing (auditory)...
What is Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss?

What is Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss?

What is Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss? Sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSNHL) or sudden deafness is a rapid loss of hearing that occurs instantly or over a 72-hour period. Any sudden loss of hearing is serious and requires immediate action for the best chance...