Guest: Matthew L. Carlson, M.D. (@MatthewLCarlso1)Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. (@ChutkaMD) Issues surrounding hearing loss are discussed with Dr. Matthew Carlson, an ENT physician from the Mayo Clinic. Specific topics discussed include the following:Types of hearing loss (conductive vs. sensorineural)Social impact of hearing lossSymptoms patients notice with gradually progressive hearing lossTinnitus and it’s managementCauses of sensorineural hearing lossHigh frequency tone loss and problems with speech discrimination associated with sensorineural hearing lossHearing loss associated with loud noise exposure (acoustic injury and chronic noise exposure)Hearing loss associated with the use of firearmsCommon everyday activities which may result in hearing lossManagement of sensorineural hearing loss (hearing aids, cochlear implants)Recent advances and improvements in hearing aidsConnect with the Mayo Clinic’s School of Continuous Professional Development online at https://ce.mayo.edu/ or on Twitter @MayoMedEd.