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Hearing loss is a progressive condition that develops slowly over time<\/a>. Because of this, many end up living with untreated hearing loss for years before finally seeking help. Being familiar with the symptoms of hearing loss can help prevent this and prompt you to seek treatment early.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Types of Hearing Loss<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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There are two main types of hearing loss<\/a>, which are defined by where in the hearing process an issue occurs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The ear consists of three parts: the outer, middle and inner ear. Soundwaves are captured by the outer ear and funneled down the ear canal until they hit the eardrum. This creates a vibration, which travels through the tiny bones in the middle ear until it reaches the cochlea within the inner ear. The cochlea is lined with delicate hair cells that are responsible for converting the vibration into an electrical impulse. This impulse is passed through the auditory nerve to the brain where it is finally interpreted as sound.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sensorineural Hearing Loss Symptoms<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This is the most common cause of hearing loss, making up about 90% of all reported cases<\/a>. It affects both how loudly and how clearly you can hear sounds and occurs when there is an issue with the inner ear or auditory nerve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People with this type of hearing loss may have trouble hearing a specific range. High-frequency hearing loss is the most common and includes trouble hearing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n