Hearing problem. audibility not clear

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Asked for Male, 70 Years

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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Dr. Vinay S Bhat ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist 15 yrs exp Bangalore · Accepted Answer

Dr. Vinay S Bhat

ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist 15 yrs exp Bangalore

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

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