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A conductive hearing loss is one that affects the structures that conduct the sound to the inner ear - this includes both the middle and outer ear. Common causes of conductive hearing loss are:
Wax build up
Fluid or infection in the middle ear
Ruptured eardrum
Damage to middle ear bones
Many cases of conductive hearing loss are treatable. Wax and fluid build-up are easily removed, an infection can be treated with antibiotics, a ruptured eardrum can be patched and damaged middle ear bones can be replaced.
Sensorineural hearing loss is the other type of hearing loss - it affects the inner ear.
If you think you may have a hearing loss then consult a medical professional as soon as possible.
Wax build up
Fluid or infection in the middle ear
Ruptured eardrum
Damage to middle ear bones
Many cases of conductive hearing loss are treatable. Wax and fluid build-up are easily removed, an infection can be treated with antibiotics, a ruptured eardrum can be patched and damaged middle ear bones can be replaced.
Sensorineural hearing loss is the other type of hearing loss - it affects the inner ear.
If you think you may have a hearing loss then consult a medical professional as soon as possible.
