Hearing loss affects an estimated 48 million Americans. There are many causes that lead to different types of hearing loss, also known as presbycusis. An understanding of the cause and type of hearing loss is essential in developing a successful treatment plan.
Our providers at Florida Gulf Coast Hearing Centers will help you understand the type and degree of your hearing loss so that treatment can be personalized to your needs.
Types of Hearing Loss
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss: Often permanent and caused by damage to the inner ear or nerve pathways. This type of loss is typically managed with hearing aids or cochlear implants.
- Conductive Hearing Loss: This can be temporary or chronic and is usually related to blockages or mechanical problems. Medical or surgical treatments often correct this loss.
- Mixed Hearing Loss: As the name suggests, mixed hearing loss involves both sensorineural and conductive components and requires specialized treatment.
- Central Hearing Loss: This is a less common type involving disorders of the central auditory nervous system and requiring specific therapeutic interventions.
Degree of Hearing Loss
- Mild Hearing Loss: Patients can hear some speech sounds but often struggle with soft sounds.
- Moderate Hearing Loss: Patients typically struggle to hear any speech when another person is talking at a normal volume.
- Severe Hearing Loss: Patients cannot hear speech at normal volume and can only hear certain loud sounds.
- Profound Hearing Loss: Patients can only hear very loud sounds.
Compassionate Treatment Starts Here
At Florida Gulf Coast Hearing Centers, our board-certified specialists provide the best possible hearing care to our neighbors in Naples and Estero. We understand the challenges of hearing loss and are committed to offering personalized solutions using cutting-edge technology. Schedule a consultation today to get started.
Call Florida Gulf Coast Hearing Center – Naples Location for more information or to schedule an appointment.