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Where can online can one do a hearing test?
Hearing tests are available for free online from many different websites. Some examples of websites with hearing tests include Hear-it and Action On Hearing Loss.
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.
Can Syphillis cause hearing loss?
No, chlamydia does not cause hearing loss.
Where can one find free hearing tests in the UK?
One can find free hearing tests in the UK at any local NHS center. One can also order these hearing tests online from Boots Hearing Care, Action On Hearing Loss and Spec Savers.
How rare is low-frequency hearing loss compared to other types of hearing loss?
Low-frequency hearing loss is less common compared to other types of hearing loss. It affects a smaller percentage of the population, with high-frequency hearing loss being more prevalent.
What is hearing loss that comes from the eardrum not transmitting vibrations?
conduction hearing loss
What is the way hearing loss is classified?
list the way that hearing loss is classified
What is covered by the term hearing disorders?
Hearing disorders range from a temporary, partial loss of hearing to the permanent loss of hearing known as deafness.
Where could one find information on noise induced hearing loss?
One could find information on noise induced hearing loss from places like PubMed or MedMD, if they would like to look up information before going to a doctor. However, if one is concerned about possible hearing loss, the best action is to go to their doctor and talk about their concerns. Doctors will provide the best and most accurate information regarding noise induced hearing loss.
What is peripheral hearing loss?
Peripheral Hearing loss has to do with hearing loss in the peripheral auditory mechanism...that is, in the External Ear, Middle Ear, Cochlea, and VIIIth nerve.
What percentage of the UK population has a sensory loss?
The vast majority of any country suffers from some form of sensory loss to a greater or lesser extent. Some is manageable with aids such as spectacles or hearing amplifiers. Some are barely noticeable, such as loss or degradation of taste and smell as we age.
