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(H91) Other hearing loss
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575 358 in individuals diagnosis other hearing loss confirmed
Diagnosis other hearing loss is diagnosed Men are 3.66% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis other hearing loss
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Women receive the diagnosis other hearing loss
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease other hearing loss - Men and Women aged 60-64
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features other hearing loss
Absence or low individual and public risk
Other hearing loss - what does this mean
Other hearing loss occurs when there is damage to the outer, middle, or inner ear, or to the auditory nerve. this damage can be caused by a variety of factors, including genetic disorders, infections, head trauma, exposure to loud noises, and certain medications.
What happens during the disease - other hearing loss
Other hearing loss is a type of hearing impairment caused by a variety of conditions, including age-related hearing loss, viral or bacterial infections, head trauma, genetic mutations, and exposure to loud noises. these conditions can lead to damage to the inner ear, auditory nerve, or central auditory pathways, resulting in reduced sound sensitivity and hearing loss.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the ear
- Otoscopic examination of the ear
- Pure tone audiometry
- Tympanometry
- Otoacoustic emissions testing
- Brainstem evoked response audiometry
- Auditory brainstem response testing
- Cochlear implant evaluation
- Assessment of hearing aid candidacy
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treat Other Hearing Loss
- Hearing Aids
- Cochlear Implants
- Auditory Brainstem Implants
- Bone Anchored Hearing Aids (BAHA)
- Middle Ear Implants
- Assistive Listening Devices
- Speech and Language Therapy
- Auditory Training
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Tinnitus Retraining Therapy
13 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Other hearing loss - Prevention
The best way to prevent other hearing loss is to avoid exposure to loud noises, wear hearing protection when working with loud equipment, and get regular hearing screenings. additionally, it is important to maintain good overall health by eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly, and avoiding smoking and drug use.
Specified forms of the disease
| (A74.0+) Chlamydial conjunctivitis |
| (A74.8) Other chlamydial diseases |
| (A74.9) Chlamydial infection, unspecified |