Severe Hearing Loss
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Severe hearing loss is a form of hearing impairment characterized by a significant reduction in the ability to hear sounds, typically defined as hearing thresholds between 71 and 90 decibels. It is a subset of sensorineural, conductive, or mixed hearing loss and can affect one or both ears. This condition impacts communication and quality of life and is distinct from mild or moderate hearing loss by its greater severity.
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