Project Peach
Green Light Pharmacy Logo
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. By clicking 'I Understand and Accept', you consent to our use of cookies.
I understand and accept
No, I don't want to use cookies
My Account
Control Panel
An example toast message
Do Something
Login
en
en
Green Light Pharmacy LogoGreen Light Pharmacy Logo
Menu
en
en
Change Language
Login
My Account
Control Panel
Order
Book
Services
Travel Clinic
Weight Loss
Branches
Log Out
Order
Book
Login
Login
en
en
Do Something
Login
en
en
Green Light Pharmacy LogoGreen Light Pharmacy Logo
Menu
en
en
Change Language
Login
My Account
Control Panel
Order
Book
Services
Travel Clinic
Weight Loss
Branches
Log Out
Order
Book
Login
Login
en
en
Otosclerosis

Otosclerosis is a problem with the bones inside the ear which causes gradual hearing loss. Hearing aids or surgery will usually improve your hearing and total hearing loss is rare.

Check if you have otosclerosis

Symptoms of otosclerosis include:

  • gradual hearing loss in 1 or both ears, often over several years
  • hearing ringing, buzzing or other noises in 1 or both ears (tinnitus)
  • dizziness
  • problems with your balance

Otosclerosis is a common cause of hearing loss in younger adults. Symptoms usually start between the ages of 30 to 50.

See a GP if:

  • you think your hearing is gradually getting worse
  • you have tinnitus regularly or constantly
  • your tinnitus is getting worse
  • your tinnitus is bothering you, for example, it's affecting your sleep or concentration, or is making you feel anxious or depressed
What happens at your GP appointment

If you have symptoms of otosclerosis, your GP will usually check inside your ears and may refer you to:

  • an audiologist for hearing tests
  • an ear, nose and throat (ENT) specialist who will look inside your ears, and may arrange a CT scan
Treatment for otosclerosis

The 2 main treatment options for otosclerosis are hearing aids or surgery.

Hearing aids work by making the sounds around you louder. They can help you hear easier, but they will not stop your hearing from getting worse.

You may also be offered surgery to remove one of the small bones (the stapes) in your affected ear or ears. If your stapes is removed, it will be replaced by a plastic or metal implant. Surgery is usually very successful at improving hearing.

You will usually be referred to an ear, nose and throat specialist (ENT) who will help you decide which treatment may be best for you.

Causes of otosclerosis

Otosclerosis happens when a tiny bone inside your ear, called the stapes, joins (fuses) with other parts of the ear and stops you being able to hear properly.

It's not known why otosclerosis happens, but it may be passed on in families. You are more likely to get otosclerosis if a close relative has it.

Last Reviewed
12 January 2023
NHS websiteNHS website
Green Light Pharmacy Logo
Inspiring communities today and tomorrow
Do Something
Do Something
Menu
Pharmacy Services
Order Prescriptions
Health A-Z
Healthy Living Zone
Testimonials
Download Our App
Our Stores
Store Locator
Andrew McCoig Pharmacy
Geddes Pharmacy
Green Light Borehamwood
Green Light Bromley-by-Bow
Green Light Cricklewood
Green Light Euston
Green Light Green Lanes
Green Light Mornington Crescent
Green Light Ritchie Street
Green Light Sheperds Bush
Green Light Stamford Hill Broadway
Green Light Stamford Hill Dunsmure
Green Light Stamford Hill Oldhill Street
Green Light Stepney
Green Light Swiss Cottage
Hodgetts Pharmacy
Keencare Harrow
Keencare Victoria
Makepeace and Jackson Pharmacy
Medipharm Pharmacy
Twickenham Pharmacy
No stores found
Green Light Pharmacy © 2024
Website by bewell.uk
Privacy Policy
Cookies Policy
Terms & Conditions