Hearing is a vital sense that keeps us connected to the world around us, and any impairment can greatly affect your quality of life. Whether it's mild hearing difficulties or severe hearing loss, auditory challenges can stem from numerous factors such as genetics, aging, prolonged noise exposure, or infections. Prompt detection and treatment play a key role in addressing these concerns effectively. We offer a comprehensive range of hearing care services, including precise diagnostic evaluations and innovative surgical solutions, all aimed at improving and optimizing your auditory well-being.
Hearing Testing at Louisiana ENT
Hearing tests are simple, non-invasive procedures designed to assess auditory function. At Louisiana ENT Specialists, we offer these essential evaluations for patients of all ages, from newborns to seniors. Our primary objective is to identify any level of hearing loss and provide personalized recommendations for treatment or management.
- Pure-tone audiometry: This test measures the softest sounds a person can hear across various frequencies, establishing their hearing thresholds.
- Bone conduction testing: Used to differentiate between conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, this test identifies whether the issue originates in the outer/middle ear or the cochlea/nerve pathways.
- Speech audiometry: By evaluating speech detection and understanding, this test offers practical insights into how hearing loss affects communication.
- Auditory brainstem response (ABR): A specialized test that assesses the auditory nerve and brainstem pathways, often used for patients unable to complete traditional hearing tests.
- Otoacoustic emissions (OAE): This test evaluates cochlear function by detecting sound responses generated within the inner ear, providing an objective measure of hearing health.
- Tympanometry: This examination assesses the middle ear by measuring eardrum movement in response to pressure changes, helping diagnose fluid buildup, perforations, or blockages.
