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It can be. Some people are more susceptible to sight and hearing loss than others. Environmental hearing and sight loss can also play a part.
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Is deafness hereditary?
Like allergies and birthmarks, deafness as a symptom by itself is not genetic. Deafness as a symptom of a disease which is genetic, is genetic.
What are the causes of genetic hearing loss?
it is in your cells. when you were born if it is genetic or if it isn't then screaming loud music or sounds. and using the telephone or mobile alot.
What does the medical abbrivations for RP?
The medical abbreviation for RP is Retinitis Pigmentosa causes the vision loss and also hearing loss happen by genetic or inherit.
What are the implications of genetic hearing loss tests on the Deaf community?
i need some one to amser that ?? for me by today pleas
How do you get hearing loss?
There can be many reasons for hearing loss like genetic problem, disease or infection aging or head trauma or exposure to loud sound. The best way to avoid hearing loss is to try to remain safe using ear plug or safety muffs when encountering loud sound.Hearing loss can occur for a number of reasons. It can be the result of a genetic problem that affects the ear, disease and infection, aging, trauma to the ear or head, and exposure to loud sound.
What has the author Michael H Fritsch written?
Michael H. Fritsch has written: 'Handbook of congenital and early onset hearing loss' -- subject(s): Congenital, Deafness, Genetic aspects, Genetic aspects of Deafness, Handbooks, Hearing disorders
What is One consequence of genetic drift is?
Loss of genetic variation(:Novanet:)
What is the scientific name for deafness?
The scientific term for deafness is "hearing loss" or "hearing impairment." It can be categorized based on the severity and type, such as conductive hearing loss, sensorineural hearing loss, or mixed hearing loss.
Are hearing loss and hearing impairment the same thing?
No. Hearing loss depends on the decibel listened to and the period of time. Everyone is prone to having hearing loss.
What is progressive and sudden hearing loss?
The progressive hearing loss means that, hearing loss becomes worse over time. Sudden hearing loss means, hearing loss that happens quickly. Such a hearing loss requires immediate medical attention to determine its cause and treatment. The Art of hearing is one of the audiologists in Perth, WA which provides free online hearing tests. So it is easy to undergo hearing tests.
Can Syphillis cause hearing loss?
No, chlamydia does not cause hearing loss.
Where are chromosomes located in hearing impairment?
Non syndromic hearing loss (loss without other clinical problems) should be addressed. Non syndromic hearing loss is more common and autosomal recessive accounts for 80% of losses whereas autosomal dominant accounts for about 20%. Less than 3% of losses are due to mitochondrial genetic faults and X linked chromosomes.
