Deafness is a complete hearing loss in one or both ears. At Clinicaudio, we help you understand what it means and what options are available.
Deafness (also known as anacusis), also known as profound or total deafness, is a complete loss of hearing in one or both ears. In these cases, the person cannot perceive any sound, even the loudest ones. It can be present from birth or develop throughout life for various reasons.
The most common causes include congenital ear defects, serious infections, trauma, exposure to extreme noise, ototoxic drugs (medicines that damage the ear), or degenerative diseases. In some cases, deafness appears suddenly and without apparent cause.
At Clinicaudio, we can help you understand the origin and explore possible solutions tailored to your case.
Diagnosis is made through specific audiological tests, such as audiometry and impedance testing, which confirm the complete absence of hearing response. These tests are quick, painless, and essential for determining the exact degree of hearing loss.
Unlike hearing loss, which can be mild, moderate, or severe, deafness involves total hearing loss. In other words, there is no sound perception. Therefore, the therapeutic approach in these cases is usually different and more specialized.
At Clinicaudio, we perform comprehensive hearing evaluations to distinguish between different types and degrees of hearing loss.
Although it's not always possible to restore natural hearing, there are technological solutions such as cochlear implants, cros/bicros systems, or bone conduction hearing aids. The appropriate solution will depend on whether the hearing loss is unilateral or bilateral. All factors will always be considered, such as age, inner ear condition, and medical history.
Receiving a diagnosis of deafness can raise many questions. At Clinicaudio, we perform a comprehensive hearing exam using state-of-the-art technology, allowing us to accurately identify the type and degree of hearing loss. From there, we'll give you a clear, personalized, and realistic recommendation, taking into account your situation, your needs, and your fitting options.
Our team will help you understand your hearing situation and the available alternatives.
Although deafness means total hearing loss, that doesn't mean there aren't any alternatives. At Clinicaudio, we guide you through the most advanced solutions, from specific hearing aids to referrals for implant evaluations at specialized centers. Our goal is to help you make informed decisions, with the support of a technical and human team at your side.
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