Hearing Loss Symptoms
Hearing loss may be gradual or sudden. Hearing loss may be very mild, resulting in minor difficulties with conversation, or as severe as complete deafness. The speed with which hearing loss occurs may give clues as to the cause.
* If hearing loss is sudden, it may be from trauma or a problem with blood circulation. A gradual onset is suggestive of other causes such as aging or a tumor.
* If you also have other associated neurological problems, such as tinnitus (ringing in the ears) or vertigo (spinning sensation), it may indicate a problem with the nerves in the ear or brain.
* Hearing loss may be unilateral (only 1 ear) or bilateral (both ears). Unilateral hearing loss is most often associated with conductive causes, trauma, and acoustic neuromas.
* Pain in the ear is associated with ear infections, trauma, and obstruction in the canal. Ear infections may also cause a fever.Conductive causes: Conductive hearing losses result from physical problems with the movement of the sound wave through the ear. A simple example is blockage of the ear canal.
If you cannot determine the cause of your hearing loss, see a doctor. Other symptoms that require a trip to the doctor include the following:
- You have associated symptoms such as ringing in the ears or vertigo.
- You have a fever or pain.
- You are taking any medications that affect hearing.
- Your hearing loss is sudden and prolonged.
Do not delay getting medical attention if your hearing loss is associated with any of the following:
- Recent or present foreign body in the ear
- Fluid or blood coming from the ear
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