Otosclerosis: Symptoms & Signs (Otospongiosis)

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Otosclerosis

Alternate Names : Otospongiosis

Otosclerosis | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

What are the signs and symptoms of the condition?

The main complaint is a slowly progressive loss of hearing. It initially affects one ear, but both ears can be simultaneously affected. Many individuals develop problems in both ears.

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Author: Mark Loury, MD
Reviewer: Gail Hendrickson, RN, BS
Date Reviewed: 09/04/01

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