10 Symptoms of Labyrinthitis
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Symptom #8: Loss of Hearing
Hearing loss can be either temporary or permanent. Patients often have difficulty hearing others, need to concentrate to understand what others are saying, constantly misunderstand others or ask others to repeat themselves, and watch or listen to television at a high volume. Some causes of sudden hearing loss are excess earwax, an ear infection, a perforated eardrum, and Meniere’s disease.
Gradual hearing loss is usually due to aging or damage to the ear after exposure to loud noises. Other causes of gradual hearing loss include a bony growth in the ear, a buildup of skin cells in the ear, and a condition known as glue ear. Treatment depends on the underlying cause and may include hearing aids and implants.
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