General hearing loss factsheets

Factsheets about general hearing loss problems.

 Deafness with ageing (pdf file, 99kb)

 Sudden hearing loss (pdf file, 56kb)

 Cholesteatoma (pdf file, 40kb)

 Otosclerosis (pdf file, 45kb) 

Deafness Research UK factsheets are produced in consultation with a team of medical and scientific experts who form part of our communications advisory panel. While all reasonable efforts have been made to ensure the information and advice given is taken from reputable sources and passed to the public in good faith, no responsibility can be taken on the part of Deafness Research UK or its advisors for any error or omission. You should not act on any advice without first referring to your family doctor or another medically qualified adviser.

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