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Hearing Loss (Adults)
Hearing Loss (Adults) - Symptoms
Hearing loss may be gradual or sudden and can affect one or both ears.
The affected person usually complains of difficulty in holding a normal conversation, especially in a noisy environment. There may be complaints from others around that the person does not respond when called or speaks louder than normal.
There may be associated symptoms like tinnitus (ringing in the ears) or vertigo (spinning sensation).
Pain and discharge from the ear is often associated with ear infections.
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