EAR / HEARING LOSS
Hearing Loss Treatment in Bintulu, Sarawak
Find out why your hearing has changed and what can be done, from wax removal and medicine to hearing aid advice, with consultant ENT surgeon Dr. Yasmin at Kemena Pacific Hospital.
WhatsApp the clinicWhat is hearing loss?
Hearing loss is a reduced ability to hear sounds in one or both ears. It can come on slowly over years or suddenly over hours or days. Some causes, like ear wax or infection, are easy to treat. Others, like age related or noise related hearing loss, are managed with hearing aids.
Signs of hearing loss
- Asking people to repeat themselves
- Turning up the TV or phone volume
- Difficulty following conversations in noisy places
- Muffled hearing or a blocked feeling
- Ringing in the ears
- Hearing better in one ear than the other
Common causes
- Ear wax blockage
- Ear infection or fluid behind the eardrum
- A hole in the eardrum
- Ageing of the inner ear
- Long term exposure to loud noise
- Sudden sensorineural hearing loss, which needs urgent care
How Dr. Yasmin assesses and treats hearing loss
Ear examination: The ear canal and eardrum are examined under magnification.
Hearing test: A painless test in a quiet room measures how well each ear hears.
Treatment of the cause: Wax removal, treatment of infection or fluid, or eardrum repair where suitable.
Hearing aid consultation and fitting: When hearing loss is permanent, Dr. Yasmin advises whether a hearing aid will help and arranges hearing aid assessment and fitting.
When to see an ENT specialist
- Sudden hearing loss in one or both ears: see a doctor within days
- Hearing loss in one ear only
- Hearing loss with ear pain, discharge or dizziness
- Gradual hearing loss affecting daily life or work
FAQs
Is sudden hearing loss an emergency?
Yes. Sudden hearing loss should be seen as soon as possible, ideally within days, because early treatment gives the best chance of recovery.
Can hearing loss be cured?
It depends on the cause. Wax, infection and some eardrum problems can be treated. Age related and noise related hearing loss are usually permanent but can be helped with hearing aids.
Do I need a referral for a hearing test?
No. You can book directly with the clinic.