Medically reviewed by William Truswell, MD Hearing loss is classified into three types: conductive, sensorineural, and mixed (when conductive and sensorineural hearing loss co-occur). Conductive ...

The researchers found that adults using hearing devices feel more socially connected and less limited in social situations.

Melanin can either protect or worsen hereditary hearing loss depending on genetic context, as reported by researchers from ...

In addition to a careful exam, hearing testing and an MRI of the brain is generally recommended. Early treatment with ...

DURHAM, N.C. (WNCN) — Dementia is a difficult diagnosis for patients and families, and according to the National Institutes ...

In a nutshell Researchers successfully restored hearing in 10 deaf participants aged 18 months to 24 years using gene therapy ...

Gene therapy can improve hearing in children and adults with congenital deafness or severe hearing impairment, a new study ...

Blow-drying the ear This method can also help people who routinely suffer from swimmer’s ear (who aren’t always swimmers — simply being out on a windy and rainy day could cause the infection).