Hearing conditions: common ear problems & treatments

Bilateral hearing loss: Causes, symptoms, and treatment

Bilateral hearing loss, or BHL, refers to the permanent loss of hearing in both ears. Caused by several factors, bilateral hearing loss can be categorised due to the degree of hearing loss. The condition normally occurs as a result of damage to stereocilia - hair-like cells in the inner ear - or to the auditory nerve itself.

Auditory processing disorder: What you need to know

Auditory processing disorder (APD), also known as central auditory processing disorder (CAPD), affects a child’s ability to process and filter sounds and words. It’s caused by an abnormality in the central auditory nervous system, making it difficult for sufferers to process what they hear.

Acoustic neuroma: Symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment

An acoustic neuroma (also called a vestibular schwannoma) is a rare, non-cancerous brain tumour that grows on the vestibular nerve - the nerve that leads from the inner ear to the brain. Slow-growing and unlikely to spread to different parts of the body, acoustic neuromas are generally benign.

Misophonia and sound sensitivity: Causes and solutions

Misophonia is an extreme sensitivity to specific triggers that evoke strong negative emotions like anger or disgust. Although these trigger sounds may seem quiet to others

Eustachian tube dysfunction: Causes and treatment options

Ears feel plugged or full? Do sounds seem muffled? Popping or clicking sensations the norm (children may say their ear “tickles”)? You possibly have Eustachian Tube Dysfunction.

Echo in the ear: what causes it and how to treat it

Do you ever find yourself hearing an echo in your ear without any apparent reason? You're not alone. Many people describe sensations to be similar to cotton balls in their ears or a feeling of pressure similar to what you might experience on a plane. While the descriptions may vary, the discomfort and impact on hearing are common threads.