What Is Mixed Hearing Loss?
Mixed hearing loss is a combination of both conductive and sensorineural hearing loss. This means that sound has trouble moving through the outer or middle ear, and there is also damage to the inner ear or auditory nerve. Patients with mixed conductive and sensorineural hearing loss experience symptoms from both types, making diagnosis and treatment more complex. At JSL Hearing in Miramar Beach, FL, we help patients understand mixed hearing loss causes, which can include long-term noise exposure, aging, infections, or injuries that affect multiple parts of the ear.
How Is Mixed Hearing Loss Treated?
Managing mixed hearing loss often requires addressing both the conductive and sensorineural components. Treatment may begin with medical care to resolve any blockages, infections, or structural issues affecting the outer or middle ear. After that, hearing aids or other devices may be recommended to improve sound clarity. Our team also checks for an air-bone gap, a common indicator of mixed hearing loss, to guide treatment decisions. For patients with bilateral mixed hearing loss, which affects both ears, treatment may involve using hearing aids in both ears to achieve the best results.
What Are the Symptoms of Mixed Hearing Loss?
Mixed hearing loss can produce a range of symptoms, including:
- Muffled or distorted sounds
- Difficulty hearing in quiet or noisy environments
- A feeling of blockage or fullness in the ears
- Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
- Hearing loss that affects one or both ears, known as bilateral mixed hearing loss
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If you are experiencing hearing loss or suspect mixed conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, the team at JSL Hearing in Miramar Beach, FL is here to help. We offer hearing assessments and education to help you understand the causes, symptoms, and treatment options of mixed hearing loss. Contact us today to schedule your appointment.