A progressive high-frequency hearing loss that occurs with increasing age. It is unknown if there is a specific cause such as noise trauma, but there appears to be a genetic predisposition. Age-related hearing loss tends to occur in families. Audiology or other testing determines the extent of hearing loss . There is no known cure for age-related hearing loss.
Treatment is focused on functional improvement.
Developing skills such as reading lips and using visual cues may aid communication. The disorder is not dangerous but leads to increasing difficulty with communication. The information provided herein should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A licensed physician should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions. Inc. Any duplication or distribution of the information contained herein is strictly prohibited.