Tag: conductive hearing loss
Otosclerosis: What Causes Abnormal Bone Growth in the Middle Ear and How It Affects Your Hearing
Otosclerosis causes abnormal bone growth in the middle ear, leading to progressive hearing loss-especially in low-pitched sounds. It affects 1 in 200 people, is more common in women, and is highly treatable with surgery or hearing aids.
Conductive Hearing Loss: Middle Ear Problems and Surgical Repair
Conductive hearing loss is caused by blockages or damage in the middle ear - not the inner ear. From glue ear in kids to otosclerosis in adults, surgery can often restore hearing completely. Learn the causes, tests, and latest surgical fixes.