Chronic otitis media is mostly caused by delayed or improper treatment of acute suppurative otitis media, which not only causes repeated discharge of pus and perforation of tympanic membrane, but also causes hearing loss.
So, can patients with chronic otitis media wear hearing aids?
Chinese audiologists suggest that patients with chronic otitis media can also be matchedHearing aidYes, but the following points need to be noted:
1. Optional professional behind-the-ear typeHearing aid
Hearing loss caused by otitis media should be sent to a professional hearing aid fitting center to be tested by a professional fitting technician, and the BTE type should be selected according to the degree of hearing lossHearing aid, Do not use in-ear hearing aids to prevent aggravation of inflammation.For those with mild hearing loss, it is recommended to choose an open back-to-ear machine (BTE OE).
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2. Pay attention to daily cleaning and maintenance
Patients with chronic otitis media have a lot of secretions in their ears, which can easily block the hearing aids and cause machine failures. Therefore, in the process of daily use, pay attention to the cleaning and maintenance of the hearing aids. Frequently clean the earplugs or ear molds to keep the earplugs and ear molds clean. You should also pay attention to the cleanliness of the ears and keep the ear canal dry. http://www.jhhearingaids.com
3. It is strictly forbidden to wear it when it is inflamed
Patients with chronic otitis media should be treated first when their ears are bleeding. Do not use hearing aids during this period, and resume use when the condition is controlled and there is no longer any inflammation in the ear canal.
The hearing loss caused by otitis media is mostly conductive deafness. After professional testing and fitting, the user can also obtain a better listening effect by choosing a hearing aid with suitable power.
