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Problems of the Outer Ear
The external auditory canal is the passage between the auricle and the eardrum. Sound waves travel down the ear canal to vibrate the eardrum. Ear canal problems are a common cause of hearing loss and…
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Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSHL), or sudden deafness, is a rapid loss of hearing. SSHL can happen to a person all at once or over a period of up to 3 days. It is defined…
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How Hearing is Measured
Hearing tests are used to determine the type and degree of hearing loss. The results of the tests are used as a baseline to determine the most appropriate treatment options. How is Hearing Measured? The…
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What is Unilateral Hearing Loss?
What is Single Sided Deafness? Sometimes referred to as unilateral hearing loss, single sided deafness is a condition in which an individual experiences hearing loss in only one ear but can hear normally out of…
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What is Sudden Hearing Loss?
For most people who experience hearing loss, the condition comes on gradually over a period of years. In rare cases, an abrupt loss of hearing occurs with little or no warning. This condition is known…
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What is Noise Induced Hearing Loss?
How Can Sounds Hurt Your Ears? Background sound is a constant in our busy lives. Normally, background noises are at safe levels that do not negatively impact our hearing. But repeated exposure to noise above…
