Unspecified sensorineural hearing loss Save
ICD-10 code: H90.5
Disease category: H90.5: Unspecified sensorineural hearing loss
Understanding Unspecified Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Unspecified sensorineural hearing loss is a type of hearing loss that occurs when there is damage or dysfunction in the inner ear or the auditory nerve. This type of hearing loss is called "unspecified" because the exact cause of the hearing loss cannot be determined even after extensive testing.
Unspecified sensorineural hearing loss is a common type of hearing loss, affecting millions of people around the world. It can occur at any age, but is more common in older adults. People with this type of hearing loss often have difficulty hearing high-pitched sounds and understanding speech, especially in noisy environments.
- Symptoms
- Difficulty hearing high-pitched sounds
- Difficulty understanding speech, especially in noisy environments
- Tinnitus (ringing or buzzing in the ears)
- Feeling like sounds are muffled or distorted
- Causes
- Exposure to loud noises
- Aging
- Genetics
- Head injury
- Viral infections
- Autoimmune diseases
- Tumors
- Diagnosis
- Pure-tone audiometry
- Speech audiometry
- Tympanometry
- Otoacoustic emissions
- Auditory brainstem response
- Prevention
- Avoiding exposure to loud noises
- Wearing ear protection when necessary
- Getting regular hearing screenings
- Treating ear infections promptly
- Treatment
The symptoms of unspecified sensorineural hearing loss can vary from person to person, but may include:
There are many possible causes of unspecified sensorineural hearing loss, including:
Diagnosing unspecified sensorineural hearing loss involves a thorough evaluation of a person's medical history, a physical examination, and hearing tests. These tests may include:
While it may not be possible to prevent all cases of unspecified sensorineural hearing loss, there are some steps you can take to protect your hearing, such as:
Treatment of Unspecified sensorineural hearing loss:
Treatment Options for Unspecified Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Unspecified sensorineural hearing loss is a condition that affects the inner ear and the auditory nerve. It can lead to difficulty in hearing sounds and understanding speech. The causes of this condition are often unknown, making it difficult to treat. However, there are several treatment options available that can help i...
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