Nerve Deafness

Definition

Nerve deafness refers to the auditory occurrence that results from damage to the cochlea's receptor cells or to the auditory nerves. It is also known as sensorineural hearing loss.

Related terms

Auditory Processing Disorder: A condition where individuals have difficulty processing and making sense of sounds they hear.

Presbycusis: Age-related hearing loss that occurs gradually over time.

Tinnitus:

The perception of ringing or buzzing sounds in the absence of external stimuli.