1. What Is Sensorineural Hearing Impairment
Sensorineural hearing loss is more permanent than
conductive hearing loss. That is because
sensorineural loss of hearing is caused by problems
within the ear, the brain, or both. The body is not
capable of translating sound into something that the
brain can comprehend.
There are three degrees of sensorineural hearing
loss—mild, moderate, and severe. Severe sensory
loss of hearing can also include complete deafness.
This type of loss can be caused by problems with the cranial nerve or the auditory areas
of the brain. Most cases, however, are caused by damaged or abnormal hair cells inside
the cochlea, which houses the sensory organ that controls hearing. Abnormal hair cells,
which carry the sound waves and transmit them to the brain, can happen due to
chromosomal abnormalities or an underdeveloped cochlea. The damage to these cells
can also be acquired due to illness or carelessness.
No matter the cause of this loss, there are treatments that will benefit you. In some
cases, the hearing loss can be totally reversed. In other instances, the hearing can be
improved to more normal levels. Only the patient and the hearing aid specialist working
together can find the appropriate treatment.
Sensorineural hearing loss can occur at any age. It can be the product of genetics,
illness, or poor choices regarding noise volume. The severity of impairment is different
for each person. Treatment options differ according to the age of the patient and the
extent of the hearing damage.
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2. For some people, a complete reversal of the hearing loss can be achieved. For others, it
is just a matter of learning to live with the hearing impairment. With advancements in
technology occurring each year, people living with sensory hearing loss have more hope
of living a normal life.
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Or Visit one of Six Convenient Locations
302 Hickman Road, Ste 202 1534 Jefferson Highway 735-D East Market St.
Charlottesville, VA 22911 Fishersville, VA 22939 Harrisonburg, VA 22801
30 Crossing Lane - Ste. 105-106 245 West Main St. 700 Southridge Parkway Suite
Lexington, VA 24450 Covington, VA 24426 309 Culpeper VA 22701
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