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Hearing problem. audibility not clear

2017-05-09 05:48:31
Aged 70. Sometimes, not able to hear distant speeches clearly. Nearby is ok. Consulted ENT specialist. Ear is clean and no major problem. Not much of improvements.
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Sometimes there can be age related degeneration of our hearing nerves which is known as presbyacusis. Only way to identify such hearing loss is by a test known as PURE TONE AUDIOGRAM
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Consult nearby ENT specialist for confirmation of diagnosis and appropriate which even may include hearing aids

Answered2017-05-26 13:05:43

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