subject: Hearing Aids In Surrey Help For Those With Auditory Problems [print this page] When a person starts to experience auditory problems they might need to buy hearing aids in Surrey. However, auditory loss is not the same as deafness. In medical terms there are two main types of deafness.
The two major types of deafness are; Conductive and Sensorineural deafness. In Conductive deafness the outer or middle ear is incapable of passing sound through it. However, Sensorineural deafness is due to the cochlea or the nerve responsible for listening. Sensorineural deafness not only affects the loudness of sound, but also the quality of it.
It is not useful to label deafness, nor does it bring a greater understanding of a person's learning or communication needs. There are specific medical terms used for different auditory conditions. Tinnitus is a condition that not only affects deaf people, but also those who can hear.
Tinnitus is a condition where sufferers hear a buzzing, ringing or hissing noise. It can cause sleep deprivation and has a major affect on the quality of a sufferers life. Not only does it interfere with auditory perception, but it also causes a great deal of anxiety and stress. Although nearly all people experience tinnitus at some stage in their lives, it can be a permanent condition for some people.
Menieres disease is a condition that causes dizziness and balance difficulties. It is a long term, progressive, inner ear illness that can lead to short bouts of auditory loss, sickness and over sensitivity to sound. The episodes can last for a few minutes or up to 24 hours with times of remission. This condition can also cause anxiety and stress.
A Cochlear implant is a piece of equipment that can give a sensation of sound for people who are seriously or profoundly deaf. It can be very successful for someone that has lost their ability to hear after learning how to speak. In order for a Cochlear implant to function properly, the auditory nerve must work despite the fact that the inner ear is impaired. Hearing aids in Surrey will be able to advise you on the appropriate action to take.
