Treatment for Hearing Loss
Hearing aids are not the only treatments available for hearing loss anymore. However, prior to figuring out which treatment options is appropriate, it is necessary to find out the cause of your hearing loss. Certain medical conditions may contribute to hearing loss such as infections or tumors. The cause of your hearing loss can be ascertained through a series of hearing tests that is best evaluated by an audiologist. The type and degree of your hearing loss will determine which treatment is recommended.
Some treatment options can include:
- Hearing aids that are fit inside or behind your ear, which electronically amplifies sounds that resonate into your ear.
- Cochlear implants, which are electronic devices that create the sensation of sound by directly stimulating hearing nerves in the inner ear.
- Middle ear implants can be an option for people whose hearing loss is not too severe. Middle ear implants use mechanical energy to stimulate the structures of the inner ear.
- Auditory brain stem implants, which are placed directly on the brain, and is only being used in a small group of people who have a missing or nonfunctioning cochlear nerve.
When should I see a doctor for my hearing loss?
You should seek immediate medical attention as soon as you start experiencing signs of hearing loss, which may include:
- Ringing in your ears
- Trouble distinguishing conversations from background noise
- Family and friends have to repeat themselves
- Turning up the radio or TV volume louder than usual
- Difficulty hearing on the phone
- Noticing differences between the right and left ear
If you experience any of these symptoms, immediately seek medical attention by visiting a local urgent care facility. At Healthpointe, not only do we offer Urgent care facilities, but we also offer audiology services as well. Call 888-719-8448 or Visit Healthpointe for the finest services around.
About Healthpointe:
Healthpointe is a leading multidisciplinary healthcare organization offering a full range of medical services in practice locations throughout Southern California (Los Angeles county, Orange county, San Bernardino county and Riverside county). Healthpointe has locations situated in over 10 cities in Southern California including Anaheim, which is conveniently located near Fullerton, Placentia, Villa Park, Buena Park, Cypress, Cerritos, and Garden grove. As a highly regarded musculoskeletal group, we have a personal investment in the highest level of service, and we are proud of our record of excellence over the last four decades with private patients, injured workers, urgent care, personal injuries, and professional and non-professional athletes. Leading our organization is a dynamic team of healthcare professionals who continually strive to be at the forefront of medical innovation and healthcare service delivery. For more information, a complete list of services, and Healthpointe locations, visit https://healthpointe.net.