听力损失的原因?
Hearing loss is the reduced ability to hear sounds compared to someone with normal hearing.
A number of factors can cause hearing loss:
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老化
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噪声暴露
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过多的耳垢
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耳朵或头部外伤
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遗传学
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出生缺陷
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良性生长或肿瘤
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耳硬化症
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梅尼埃病(又名内耳眩晕病)
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药物反应
听力损失的种类
There are three main types of hearing loss:
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感音神经性 hearing loss is the result of damage to the inner ear nerves.
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导电 hearing loss is the result of obstructions in the outer or middle ear.
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混合 hearing loss is a combination of the other two types. This means that in one ear, you have an issue with the outer or middle ear and the inner ear.
听力损失可以预防吗?
Some types of hearing loss are preventable. Noise-induced hearing loss can be avoided by taking a few easy steps:
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Wear proper hearing protection when exposed to occupational or recreational noise.
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Turn down the volume on your TV, radio or personal music device.
你还应该练习良好的耳朵护理：
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Avoid sticking cotton swabs or other objects in your ears.
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When blowing your nose, blow your nose gently through both nostrils.
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Swallow or yawn frequently when traveling by airplane.
听力损失症状
There are several symptoms of hearing loss:
- Difficulty understanding what others are saying
- 让人们重复一遍
- Struggling to hear in crowded places with distracting background noise
- The perception that others are mumbling or not speaking clearly
- Listening to the television or radio at a higher volume than others
- Experiencing a ringing or buzzing in the ears
- Withdrawing from social situations in order to avoid conversation
在我身边找一位听力损失医生
听力测试
A hearing test is an important step toward understanding your hearing health. Knowing what to expect can help you feel more comfortable and prepared. This painless test takes about 30 to 60 minutes and helps identify hearing issues. The results help your audiologist find the best solutions for your needs.
A diagnostic hearing test is a comprehensive evaluation of your hearing health. During the test, your audiologist will discuss your medical history. They will also ask you about any hearing issues you've noticed. They will ask you about your lifestyle to understand your hearing needs.
The test involves a physical examination of your ears. Your audiologist will check for blockages or infections. Your audiologist will also test your ability to hear:
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Listening to various tones through headphones to measure the softest sounds you can hear at different pitches
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Repeating back words spoken at different volumes to assess how well you understand speech
After the test, your audiologist will review your results. They will explain how well you hear different sounds, and discuss any areas of hearing loss. If needed, they will recommend treatment options such as 助听器, and schedule follow-up appointments to monitor your hearing health.
You might already be scheduled for an appointment with an 耳鼻喉科医师， 或者听力学家会给你推荐一个.
听力损失治疗
Your audiologist may suggest different treatment options based on your individual needs:
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助听器
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人工耳蜗植入
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辅助听力装置
助听器
助听器 are instruments that amplify sounds in order to enable those with hearing loss to hear more clearly. 他们小而谨慎. Some models are completely invisible to others. They can come with various features like, Bluetooth, rechargeable batteries, and blending colors.
Your audiologist will work closely with you to find the right hearing aid(s) for your needs. They will take into account several factors:
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The type and severity of your hearing loss
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你的生活方式
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The size and shape of your outer ears and inner ear canals
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你的手工灵巧度
耳蜗植入设备
A 人工耳蜗植入 is an electronic device that bypasses damaged nerve cells and converts sound to digital signals. They help patients with moderate to severe hearing loss who can no longer benefit from 助听器.
辅助听力设备
辅助听音设备 配件有助于听力吗. They may be used either alongside 助听器 and 人工耳蜗植入s or on their own.
安排预约
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