Mixed hearing impairment
A type of hearing loss resulting from a combination of conductive hearing impairment and sensorineural hearing impairment.
Also called: Hearing loss, mixed, Mixed hearing impairment, Mixed hearing loss.
Conditions associated with mixed hearing impairment
The following conditions have been associated with mixed hearing impairment in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Alpha-mannosidosis, infantile form
Alpha-mannosidosis, infantile form is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and sig...
Generalized arterial calcification of infancy
Generalized arterial calcification of infancy is a medical condition that may be associated with various sympt...
Mucopolysaccharidosis type 3
Mucopolysaccharidosis type 3 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Osteogenesis imperfecta
Osteogenesis imperfecta is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
choanal atresia-athelia-hypothyroidism-delayed puberty-short stature syndrome
Choanal atresia-athelia-hypothyroidism-delayed puberty-short stature syndrome is an autosomal dominant disorde...
craniofaciocardiohepatic syndrome
craniofaciocardiohepatic syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and sign...
Tests providers may use to investigate mixed hearing impairment
When investigating mixed hearing impairment, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Free T4
Measures the active form of thyroxine to help evaluate thyroid function....
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)
Screens for thyroid disorders such as hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism....
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside mixed hearing impairment
Depression
Frequently experiencing feelings of being down, miserable, and/or hopeless; struggling to recover from these m...
Dysphagia
Difficulty in swallowing....
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Headache
Cephalgia, or pain sensed in various parts of the head, not confined to the area of distribution of any nerve....
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if mixed hearing impairment is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom mixed hearing impairment mean?
Mixed hearing impairment is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. A type of hearing loss resulting from a combination of conductive hearing impairment and sensorineural hearing impairment.
Which conditions are associated with mixed hearing impairment?
Mixed hearing impairment has been reported in association with 6 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Alpha-mannosidosis, infantile form, Generalized arterial calcification of infancy, Mucopolysaccharidosis type 3, Osteogenesis imperfecta, choanal atresia-athelia-hypothyroidism-delayed puberty-short stature syndrome. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about mixed hearing impairment?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.