Mixed Hearing Loss Treatment
Mixed hearing loss combines both sensorineural and conductive components. In these cases, your hearing health provider will identify which factors can be treated medically and which can be supported with amplification or other solutions.
How Mixed Hearing Loss Is Diagnosed and Treated
Because mixed hearing loss involves two different underlying causes, treatment is rarely one-size-fits-all. At Manhattan Audio, Inc., we start with a comprehensive hearing evaluation to determine how much of your hearing loss is conductive — related to the outer or middle ear — and how much is sensorineural — related to the inner ear or auditory nerve.
From there, we build a plan that addresses both parts of the picture. That may mean treating an underlying ear infection, fluid buildup, or blockage medically, while fitting hearing aids to manage the permanent sensorineural component. The goal is always the same: the clearest, most comfortable hearing possible for your specific combination of factors.
Conductive Component
Involves the outer or middle ear, and is sometimes treatable with medical or surgical care.
Sensorineural Component
Involves the inner ear or auditory nerve, and is usually permanent but manageable with hearing aids.
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