What is the usual cause of asymmetrical hearing loss?

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I have just been diagnosed with asymmetrical hearing loss and after reading up on net am alarmed to find out sometimes this can be caused by a tumour. Does anyone have any facts on this as i am a bit concerned!
I am waiting on consultant app. There were no other details on diagnosis letter.
Don't jump to the worst, please. I has a sneezing attack last weekend and it made my hearing different in one ear. I purchased some decongestant pills and took them two or three times and my problem resolved. Often, it can be crude in your ear, allergies or some other mundane cause. Try the least invasive treatments first, but get a test (an MRI?) so you aren't afraid of cancer. Don't waste energy on fear of what doesn't exist.

I know that just having my hearing different for a short time was very disturbing. I hope that you can find a treatment for your problem that cures it. Acupuncture, where needles go into the ear, can make some beneficial changes. I was really surprised by how acupuncture changed my ear canals for the better.  (+ info)

Can temporary deafness that occurs more than once, cause permanant hearing loss?

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I've experienced temporary hearing loss when I have flown on commercial airplanes the last couple of times, never before.So this does worry me that I may have eventual hearing loss from this, i'm 31 years old. And it usually lasts about 24 hours.
I often get partial hearing loss when i fly.
Don't think it's anything to worry about.

Rock concerts tho, can be damaging...i've heard.  (+ info)

Can a child have permanent hearing loss due to a fall when they were a baby?

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My 5 year old daughter has been told she has hearing loss which will be permanent. They said it can often be genetic or could have been caused by past ear infections. I was wondering whether it could have possibly been caused by her having a fall when she was a baby or toddler?
Possibly, but it would have to be an extreme fall. Severe head trauma can cause rupturing of the cochlea, which would cause irreparable damage. It could also damage the 8th cranial nerve, which would cause a permanent damage as well. This kind of injury would have to come from something like falling down several flights of stairs.

Most hearing loss cannot be explained. The most likely cause is genetics--something that cannot specifically be pinpointed and may not be present in any other family member--it's just a game of gene matchup.

No matter what the cause, though, there are definitely many rehab options. See an audiologist to talk about hearing aids if you haven't already done so. And of course, if you're unsatisfied with the results you get from one AuD, you should definitely go get a second opinion. Good luck.  (+ info)

How loud should you listen to on the earphone to not cause hearing loss?

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I listen with my earphone a lot, but it's not loud, only about 1/4 the entire volume, I'm afraid I'll have permanent hearing loss, is that loud enough to cause me hearing loss?
You should keep the headphones down below 85 decibels as anything in this range or above can cause gradual hearing loss you can tel if the headphones are too loud if a friend is standing next to you and can hear the music also.  (+ info)

How do you deal with hearing loss?

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I am 32 years old and have been told last week that I have hearing loss in both ears and that the one is much worse. There is a good chance I wont get any improvement on this in fact its probably going to only get worse. How do I deal with loosing my hearing at such an early age? Its driving me nuts already to keep making people repeat themselves. Im depressed and hurt and just dont know how to deal with the thought I might loose my hearing alltogether.
Be upfront with your problem and have people face you when they talk
You will cope and adapt
Get in touch with office of vocational rehab for help in getting hearing evaluated and aids...they also help for the work environment adaptation so you can continue working
Let your supervisor know
Take classes on sign language (it is a beautiful language to learn) and help young parents whose children are having speech problems practice signing. You will gain friends
There are many people with this problem and dont do anything to help themselves  (+ info)

How long does it take for an ear infection to cause permanent hearing loss in my 6 month old?

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It has been over a month that my 6 month old baby has had an ear infection. The doctor gave her antibotics for 5 days which did not work. She was then given Moxifloxacin and it did not help. My baby picks, and pulls at her ears and does not sleep like she used to before the infection. How long does it take for an ear infection to cause permanent hearing loss? Thank you for anyone that can help. I am worried about her losing her hearing.
It is common for children to have ear infection. Usually 2-3 ear infections before the age of five is usual. Ear infections in childhood does not cause any permanent ear problems in most cases. In most cases it resolves and the damage to the tympanic membrane is healed with a minor scar sometimes which does not cause any problem. But change the ENT surgeon if the one treating you is not solving the problem. Keep the child under observation of the ENT till he says it is OK. Recheck after 1 month to make sure the tympanic membrane is fine. But don't worry about hearing loss at present. Even in worse cases only a partial hearing loss will occur.  (+ info)

When do you begin getting hearing loss after getting ringing in ears?

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I listen to loud music and i hear these highpitched noises in my ears and i was wondering, IF i get hearing loss when will i begin getting it?
Tinnitus (ringing in the ears) is typically a sign some sort of damage has occurred to the auditory nerve. It can be temporary (after a loud concert or exposure to a loud sound) or permanent. It does not mean you have hearing loss yet. It could be years before you notice hearing loss.

Tinnitus is also caused by other factors then simply hearing loss. Caffeine, aspirin or other herbs/medications can intensify the ringing. Also some autoimmune diseases or vascular diseases have been shown to cause tinnitus.

If you suspect hearing loss, see an Audiologist for a hearing evaluation to obtain a baseline measurement. Second start protecting your hearing. Listen to your music at lower levels, purchase headphones that block out background noise so you listen at lower levels. Wear ear protection to concerts, while mowing the lawn, etc.

Below are links to some useful information on tinnitus and listening to music/protecting your hearing:  (+ info)

Are there any neurological diseases which cause hearing loss?

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I am currently under neurological investigation for many symptoms. Cognitive impairment, muscle tremors, muscle weakness, fatigue and headaches. I have recently experienced hearing loss in my right ear with feelings of pain and pressure in it. I went to a doctor and they saw no signs of infection so I am now assuming this problem is tied into my other problems. Can hearing loss be a symptom of neurological illness and if so is it permanent? Could it be a symptom of nerve damage. Any help really appreciated, thanks.
it's probably just ear wax or water stuck in there  (+ info)

Looking for tips on dealing with husband who has hearing loss?

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He wears his hearing aids sometimes them complains about loud noises such as washing dishes, dog bark, screen door, and takes out hearing aids out. He is 81 years old and has had loss for over 10 years.
Thanks, for the answers, but he has been to the Doc many many times. the volume is so low now that we need to repeat everything unless he is looking right at us. The hearing aids are top of the line and he has tryed many different kinds. Looking for advice on helping him, myself and our grown children so we are not driving each other crazy. Daughters are use to talking loud because he does not wear the aids all the time (the loud noise, they make his ears itch). When they forget, get excited, laugh loud, yell for the dog, he yells in pain grabs the aids out of his ears and gets mad at the girls.
He obviously needs to have the volume adjusted. Insist that he go see an audiologist to fix the volume if he cannot do that himself.  (+ info)

Does mixed hearing loss level improve once the infection in middle ear gets sorted?

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My 3.5 year son has been detected with a moderate hearing loss. Doctor says it is a mixed loss. He has fluid in the middle ear. We have started ENT Treatment for middle ear infection. My query is that after the middle ear infection is resolved, will there be an improvement in the degree of the loss.Will my child still need hearing aid for speech development? Will the usage of aids be temporary or permanent? Please help.
A mixed hearing loss is a combination of a conductive hearing loss and a sensorineural hearing loss. The conductive component of mixed hearing losses are often temporary like how you describe for your son. If the conductive component is caused by middle ear fluid, the part of the hearing loss will more than likely get better.

The sensorineural component is permanent. And depending upon the degree of the sensorineural component, he may or may not require amplification from hearing aids.

I would recommend you consult your audiologist to discuss the effects of your son's hearing loss on his ability to hear and understand speech. He or she will be able to give you a better idea if he will possibly require hearing aids. It truly depends on his audiogram and your son's audiologist and ENT will be your best sources for determining the answer to this question.  (+ info)

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