Sound perception hearing loss definition
A hearing loss in the field of sound perception is characterized by the fact that the hearing process itself is normal, as well as acoustic signals are transmitted from the auditory nerve to the brain. Problems occur in the brain itself, because it cannot interpret the auditory signals correctly. In theory, this results in the hearing of sounds, but the assignment of these sounds does not take place. Accordingly, the perception of sound is prevented and the affected person is massively limited in his speech understanding.
Sound perception hearing loss causes
Possible causes of sensorineural hearing loss include the following:
- Stroke
- Diaphragmatitis
- Brain tumor
- multiple sclerosis
- Brain hemorrhage
- Malformations
- Skull and brain trauma
Sound perception hearing loss therapy
Generally, treatment for sensorineural hearing loss has a poor chance of success. Therapies fall into the field of speech therapy and include specific speech and hearing training. The prognosis for successful treatment depends largely on the age of the affected person and the extent of the impairment in question.