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A member asked:
My mother 54 years old is deaf since 15 years when amlifier is applied she listen sound but can't understand what should be other option?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Hearing test: She really needs a complete hearing test to determine the nature and extent of her hearing loss. Depending on those results and discussion with a good ear doctor, there are several different options that may help her.
Answered 3/26/2013
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Deafness: Most probably your mother has sensorineural deafness which may get better with a cochlear implant if hearing aids do not work. Check with an ENT surgeon.
Answered 6/10/2014
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