What is Hearing Loss?
Hearing loss is a prevalent condition that affects people of all ages and can result from aging, noise exposure, infections, or genetic predispositions. The most common form, sensorineural hearing loss, is caused by damage to the delicate hair cells in the cochlea or to the auditory nerve. This type of hearing loss is irreversible with conventional treatments like hearing aids or cochlear implants, which only amplify sound without repairing the underlying damage.
Symptoms of Hearing Loss
- Difficulty Understanding Speech: Especially in noisy environments.
- Frequent Requests for Repetition: Needing others to speak louder or more clearly.
- Tinnitus: Ringing or buzzing in the ears.
- Social Withdrawal: Avoiding conversations due to frustration with hearing difficulties.
- Balance Issues: Some cases of hearing loss are accompanied by dizziness or vertigo.
Cell Therapy for Hearing Loss Treatment
Stem cell therapy aims to regenerate damaged auditory structures, potentially restoring natural hearing.
Mechanisms of Action
- Hair Cell Regeneration: MSCs can differentiate into cochlear hair cells to replace those damaged by noise or aging.
- Auditory Nerve Repair: MSCs secrete neurotrophic factors that promote the survival and function of auditory neurons.
- Anti-Inflammatory Properties: By reducing inflammation, MSCs create a healthier environment for hearing restoration.
- Paracrine Effects: MSCs release growth factors that stimulate endogenous repair mechanisms in the auditory system.
Benefits of MSC Therapy
- Potential to restore natural hearing.
- Non-invasive alternative to surgical treatments.
- Addresses underlying damage rather than simply amplifying sound.
Reclaim Your Hearing
Don’t let hearing loss isolate you from the world. Consult with WIH International Hospital’s stem cell specialists to explore how MSC therapy can restore your hearing and enrich your quality of life. Book your appointment today.
