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(H91.8) Other specified hearing loss
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575 358 in individuals diagnosis other specified hearing loss confirmed
Diagnosis other specified hearing loss is diagnosed Men are 3.66% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis other specified hearing loss
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Women receive the diagnosis other specified hearing loss
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease other specified 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 specified hearing loss
Absence or low individual and public risk
Other specified hearing loss - what does this mean
Other specified hearing loss is caused by a variety of factors, including genetic predisposition, exposure to loud noise, certain medications, head trauma, and aging. it can also be caused by medical conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease.
What happens during the disease - other specified hearing loss
Other specified hearing loss is a condition that occurs when there is a disruption in the normal functioning of the auditory system, either from a structural or functional deficiency in the inner ear, or from a disruption in the transmission of sound waves to the brain. this disruption can be caused by a variety of factors, including genetic mutations, environmental toxins, physical trauma, aging, and exposure to loud noises.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Audiometry test
- Tympanometry
- Otoscopy
- Brainstem evoked response audiometry
- Auditory brainstem response
- Acoustic reflex testing
- Electronystagmography
- Auditory processing tests
- Genetic testing
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: To improve the hearing loss caused by Other specified hearing loss.
- Audiological assessment
- Hearing aids fitting and adjustment
- Assistive listening devices fitting
- Cochlear implant fitting
- Auditory rehabilitation
- Speech-language therapy
- Counseling
- Surgery
13 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Other specified hearing loss - Prevention
Other specified hearing loss can be prevented by avoiding exposure to loud noises, wearing protective ear gear when exposed to loud noises, and having regular hearing tests to monitor any changes in hearing levels.