If there is a disease that builds up like foam, then it is hearing loss and with it the most important cause of communication disorders in childhood and a serious obstacle to psychological, school and social development.
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Although its manifestations range from congenital diseases to the misuse of medications, the causes of hearing loss are varied. However, certain diseases stand out among them, which cause a greater tendency to hearing problems.
“There are medical conditions associated with hearing loss or loss of hearing, such as genetic diseases or syndromes, even with diseases like multiple sclerosis,” confirms Lina Rubio, audiologist and MED-EL Clinical Support North Zone Latin America.
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According to the specialist, whenever there is a pre-existing disease with a chronic disease that requires medication or metabolic control of our overall system, we must be aware that there is not a single damage. For example, if you have cardiovascular problems, high blood pressure, diabetes, and even cancer, there may be other consequences.
What is the most common cause of hearing loss? There is a combination of genetic causes or syndromes. Some of them are here. Note:
Diabetes. People with diabetes are at a higher risk of developing hearing problems compared to those who do not have the condition. While there is no exact link, it is believed that diabetes can damage blood vessels and nerves throughout the body, including the inner ear, which can lead to hearing loss. Hearing loss in people with diabetes can be sensorineural.
Otosclerosis. Abnormal growth of the middle ear bones can interfere with sound transmission and lead to hearing loss.
chronic otitis media. A persistent middle ear infection can damage the bones of the ear and lead to hearing loss.
Meniere’s disease. This is an inner ear disorder that causes dizziness, tinnitus (tinnitus), and sensory hearing loss.
Waardenburg disease. A genetic disorder that can cause hearing loss and pigmentation changes in the skin, hair, and eyes.
Acoustic neuroma (vestibular schwannoma). A non-cancerous tumor that can press on the auditory nerve and cause hearing loss.
Syndrome Pendred. This is a rare genetic disease characterized by a combination of sensorineural deafness and the presence of a goiter (enlargement of the thyroid gland).
Usher syndrome. It is a genetic disorder that causes hearing loss and retinal degeneration leading to blindness.
wolfram syndrome. This is a rare metabolic disorder that can cause diabetes and hearing loss.
Ahlstrom’s syndrome. It is a genetic disorder that can lead to obesity, diabetes, and hearing loss.
According to the Ministry of Health, hearing impairments not only place a costly social and economic burden on individuals, families, communities and countries, but also affect children as speech and cognitive development is delayed, which in turn hinders school performance.
In adults, hearing loss makes it difficult to get, keep, and keep a job. Children and adults with hearing impairment often face stigma and social exclusion.
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On the other hand, according to the organization, poor people are more likely to suffer from hearing problems because they do not know about preventive measures or medical care to avoid hearing loss. Hearing impairment can also impede the path out of poverty by hindering school performance, promotion and progress in the workplace.