25 Nov 2025

Deafness

It is important to diagnose deafness on time; know what modern treatments are available

Hearing loss: If one or both ears cannot hear sound partially or completely, this condition is called hearing loss or deafness. The main problem that occurs in the case of ears is hearing loss. This is a condition in which a person cannot hear partially or completely in one or both ears. This affects the hearing ability of the person. This problem gradually starts to increase.

According to Dr Rajendra Vaghela, Consultant ENT and Endoscopic Surgeon at a hospital in Navi Mumbai, hearing loss negatively affects people's quality of life and their mental health. Such people have difficulty understanding conversations in their daily activities. They have good voice but have difficulty understanding something and have to ask for a sentence to be repeated again and again. 

What are the reasons behind this?

Hearing loss, or deafness, can be present at birth or develop over time, and affects people of all ages.

People with hearing loss face many challenges in various aspects of their lives. This can also lead to challenges in the workplace. They may have difficulty listening to instructions or participating effectively in conversations. The effects of hearing loss on children are particularly worrisome as it can hinder their language acquisition, academically, and socially.

In adults, they create various obstacles that can interfere with both their careers and personal relationships. This can affect job performance and career advancement. In addition, hearing loss affects mental health, leading to feelings of anxiety and depression.

Early diagnosis of hearing loss is important for an improved quality of life. Early diagnosis allows for treatment to be initiated so that the risk of hearing loss is not increased. Advanced options such as hearing aids, cochlear implants, and therapy are available for individuals of all ages who are experiencing severe hearing loss. Accurate diagnosis can be made using tools such as Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE), audiometry, auditory brainstem response (ABR), and high-resolution imaging (CT MRI).

The complications of hearing loss vary from person to person. Options such as cochlear implants, hearing aids, and counseling are available to patients. Everyone should pay attention to their hearing and seek prompt medical attention if they have hearing problems.

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