What is hearing loss?

Partial or total inability to hear. A deaf person has little to no hearing. 

How long does hearing loss last?

Hearing loss can be temporary or permanent. 

What causes hearing loss?

Hearing loss may be caused by a number of factors, including:

• Genetics
• Ageing
• Exposure to noise
• Some Infections
• Birth Complications
• Trauma to the Ear
• Certain Medications
• Toxins
• Chronic Ear Infections
• Infection During Pregnancy called Rubella

How is hearing loss diagnosed?

Hearing loss is diagnosed when hearing testing finds that a person is unable to hear 25 decibels in at least one ear. Testing for poor hearing is recommended for all newborns. 

how is hearing loss categorized?

Hearing loss can be categorized as:

• Mild
• Moderate
• Severe
• or Profound