Introduction Idea Topic 4-Types of Hearing Loss

Hi Everyone. This is the 4th of 27 idea topics I listed on three sheets of paper called:
"A Toolkit of Ideas for People with a Hearing Loss"

Page 1 Intoduction Ideas 4 topics
Page 2 Toolkit Ideas 18 topics
Page 3 Closing Ideas 5 topics

4 Types of Hearing Loss(HL) & Some Ear Problems

1) Conductive HL: a Ear Wax or Infection
b Perforated Ear Drum
c Fused or Defective Ossicles
(3 small bones in middle ear)
2 Sensorineural HL: Damaged hair cells in Cochlea by
(nerve deafness)a Ototoxic Drugs( amount & duration)
b Loud Noise
c Disease
d Heredity & Aging(presbycusis)
3 Disorders: a Tinnitus:Ringing or roaring noise
b Miniere"s Disease: a Tinnitus plus
b HL Fluctuations
c Dizziness
4 Helpful Hints: 1 Avoid salt,sugar,caffeine,alcohol
2 Avoid noisy & stress situations
3 Healty diet & Exercise(walking)

This finishes the four introductory topics on hearing loss.
Look forward to hearing your comments and experiences with types of hearing loss, disorders and helpful hints
Paul in New Jersey