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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Unilateral hearing loss | |||
| synonyms = Single-sided deafness | |||
| field = [[Otolaryngology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Hearing loss]] in one ear, difficulty locating sounds, trouble understanding speech in noisy environments | |||
| complications = [[Tinnitus]], [[Vertigo (medical)|vertigo]], [[Social isolation]] | |||
| onset = Can be [[congenital]] or [[acquired]] | |||
| duration = [[Chronic (medicine)|Chronic]] | |||
| causes = [[Genetic disorder|Genetic]], [[Infection]], [[Trauma (medicine)|trauma]], [[Tumor]], [[Meniere's disease]], [[Sudden sensorineural hearing loss]] | |||
| risks = [[Noise exposure]], [[Ototoxicity]], [[Head injury]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Audiometry]], [[Magnetic resonance imaging|MRI]], [[Computed tomography|CT scan]] | |||
| differential = [[Bilateral hearing loss]], [[Conductive hearing loss]], [[Central auditory processing disorder]] | |||
| treatment = [[Hearing aid]], [[Cochlear implant]], [[Bone-anchored hearing aid]], [[Assistive listening device]] | |||
| prognosis = Varies depending on cause and treatment | |||
| frequency = Affects approximately 60,000 people in the United States annually | |||
}} | |||
'''Unilateral hearing loss''' (UHL) is a type of [[hearing impairment]] where there is normal hearing in one ear and hearing impairment in the other. This condition can affect individuals of all ages, from newborns to adults, and can be either temporary or permanent. | '''Unilateral hearing loss''' (UHL) is a type of [[hearing impairment]] where there is normal hearing in one ear and hearing impairment in the other. This condition can affect individuals of all ages, from newborns to adults, and can be either temporary or permanent. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Unilateral hearing loss can be caused by a variety of factors. These include [[congenital disorders]], [[trauma]], [[infections]], [[tumors]], and exposure to certain [[ototoxic drugs]]. In many cases, the exact cause of the hearing loss is unknown. | Unilateral hearing loss can be caused by a variety of factors. These include [[congenital disorders]], [[trauma]], [[infections]], [[tumors]], and exposure to certain [[ototoxic drugs]]. In many cases, the exact cause of the hearing loss is unknown. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of unilateral hearing loss typically involves a comprehensive [[audiological evaluation]]. This may include [[pure tone audiometry]], [[speech audiometry]], and [[tympanometry]]. In some cases, [[imaging studies]] such as [[MRI]] or [[CT scan]] may be used to identify the cause of the hearing loss. | Diagnosis of unilateral hearing loss typically involves a comprehensive [[audiological evaluation]]. This may include [[pure tone audiometry]], [[speech audiometry]], and [[tympanometry]]. In some cases, [[imaging studies]] such as [[MRI]] or [[CT scan]] may be used to identify the cause of the hearing loss. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for unilateral hearing loss depends on the cause and severity of the hearing loss. Options may include [[hearing aids]], [[cochlear implants]], or [[bone anchored hearing aids]]. In some cases, treatment may not be necessary if the hearing loss is not causing significant problems. | Treatment for unilateral hearing loss depends on the cause and severity of the hearing loss. Options may include [[hearing aids]], [[cochlear implants]], or [[bone anchored hearing aids]]. In some cases, treatment may not be necessary if the hearing loss is not causing significant problems. | ||
== Impact == | == Impact == | ||
Unilateral hearing loss can have a significant impact on a person's quality of life. It can affect their ability to localize sound, understand speech in noisy environments, and participate in social activities. Children with unilateral hearing loss may also experience difficulties in school, particularly in noisy classroom environments. | Unilateral hearing loss can have a significant impact on a person's quality of life. It can affect their ability to localize sound, understand speech in noisy environments, and participate in social activities. Children with unilateral hearing loss may also experience difficulties in school, particularly in noisy classroom environments. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Hearing loss]] | * [[Hearing loss]] | ||
* [[Audiology]] | * [[Audiology]] | ||
* [[Cochlear implant]] | * [[Cochlear implant]] | ||
* [[Hearing aid]] | * [[Hearing aid]] | ||
[[Category:Hearing]] | [[Category:Hearing]] | ||
[[Category:Audiology]] | [[Category:Audiology]] | ||
[[Category:Otorhinolaryngology]] | [[Category:Otorhinolaryngology]] | ||
{{Hearing-stub}} | {{Hearing-stub}} | ||
{{No image}} | {{No image}} | ||
Latest revision as of 00:01, 4 April 2025
| Unilateral hearing loss | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Single-sided deafness |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Hearing loss in one ear, difficulty locating sounds, trouble understanding speech in noisy environments |
| Complications | Tinnitus, vertigo, Social isolation |
| Onset | Can be congenital or acquired |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Genetic, Infection, trauma, Tumor, Meniere's disease, Sudden sensorineural hearing loss |
| Risks | Noise exposure, Ototoxicity, Head injury |
| Diagnosis | Audiometry, MRI, CT scan |
| Differential diagnosis | Bilateral hearing loss, Conductive hearing loss, Central auditory processing disorder |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Hearing aid, Cochlear implant, Bone-anchored hearing aid, Assistive listening device |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Varies depending on cause and treatment |
| Frequency | Affects approximately 60,000 people in the United States annually |
| Deaths | N/A |
Unilateral hearing loss (UHL) is a type of hearing impairment where there is normal hearing in one ear and hearing impairment in the other. This condition can affect individuals of all ages, from newborns to adults, and can be either temporary or permanent.
Causes[edit]
Unilateral hearing loss can be caused by a variety of factors. These include congenital disorders, trauma, infections, tumors, and exposure to certain ototoxic drugs. In many cases, the exact cause of the hearing loss is unknown.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of unilateral hearing loss typically involves a comprehensive audiological evaluation. This may include pure tone audiometry, speech audiometry, and tympanometry. In some cases, imaging studies such as MRI or CT scan may be used to identify the cause of the hearing loss.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for unilateral hearing loss depends on the cause and severity of the hearing loss. Options may include hearing aids, cochlear implants, or bone anchored hearing aids. In some cases, treatment may not be necessary if the hearing loss is not causing significant problems.
Impact[edit]
Unilateral hearing loss can have a significant impact on a person's quality of life. It can affect their ability to localize sound, understand speech in noisy environments, and participate in social activities. Children with unilateral hearing loss may also experience difficulties in school, particularly in noisy classroom environments.
See also[edit]
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