Audiometry (Pure Tone Audiometer)
About Audiometry (Pure Tone Audiometer)
A Pure Tone Audiometer is a specialized hearing assessment device used to measure hearing sensitivity and detect hearing loss. The test evaluates how well a person hears sounds of different frequencies and intensities. Audiometry is essential for diagnosing hearing disorders and planning hearing rehabilitation.
Overview
During the test, the patient wears headphones and responds to different sound tones presented at varying volumes and pitches. The evaluation helps diagnose: Conductive hearing loss Sensorineural hearing loss Mixed hearing loss Noise-induced hearing damage Age-related hearing loss The results are recorded as an audiogram, which helps ENT specialists and audiologists plan treatment.
Understanding The Procedure
Symptoms That May Require Audiometry (Pure Tone Audiometer)
- ⦾ Difficulty hearing conversations
- ⦾ Ringing in the ears
- ⦾ Reduced hearing clarity
- ⦾ Delayed speech development in children
- ⦾ Hearing difficulty in noisy environments
Recovery & Outlook
Audiometry supports early diagnosis of hearing disorders and improves long-term hearing preservation and rehabilitation outcomes.
Risks
- ⦾ No major medical risks
- ⦾ Temporary fatigue during prolonged testing
- ⦾ Anxiety in young children
- ⦾ Inaccurate results if cooperation is poor
- ⦾ Mild discomfort from headphone pressure
Post-Operative Care
- ⦾ Follow hearing treatment recommendations carefully
- ⦾ Use hearing aids if prescribed
- ⦾ Avoid prolonged loud noise exposure
- ⦾ Attend repeat hearing evaluations regularly
- ⦾ Protect ears from trauma and infections
Doctors Who Perform Audiometry (Pure Tone Audiometer)
Meet experienced ent (ear, nose & throat) doctors who regularly evaluate and perform audiometry (pure tone audiometer).
Dr Pooja Somanath
MBBS , DLO ,DNB ,MNAMS
KMC: 92865
Consultant Pediatrician
Dr Spoorthy Itagi
MBBS, DLO (GOLD MEDAL) DNB
KMC: 105550
CONSULTANT ENT SURGEON
Dr kirthi kiran
MBBS, MS
KMC: 112127
CONSULTANT ENT & HEAD NECK SURGEON
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