When it comes to hearing loss, understanding the type and severity is key to effective treatment. One diagnostic tool that plays a crucial role in this process is the audiogram. In this blog, we’ll explore what a Mixed Hearing Loss Audiogram is, how it’s interpreted, and how Soft Hear helps you manage this complex condition with expert care and advanced solutions.
What is Mixed Hearing Loss?
Mixed hearing loss is a combination of two types of hearing loss:
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Conductive Hearing Loss – caused by issues in the outer or middle ear (e.g., ear infections, wax buildup, or damaged eardrum).
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Sensorineural Hearing Loss – caused by damage to the inner ear or auditory nerve (e.g., aging, noise exposure, or inner ear disorders).
Together, these create a “mixed” condition that affects both the ability to conduct sound and the clarity of sound perception.
What is a Mixed Hearing Loss Audiogram?
An audiogram is a visual graph that represents your hearing ability across different sound frequencies (measured in Hertz or Hz) and intensities (measured in decibels or dB). In the case of mixed hearing loss, the audiogram shows:
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Air conduction thresholds: Elevated due to both conductive and sensorineural issues.
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Bone conduction thresholds: Also elevated, but less so than air conduction.
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A significant air-bone gap (the difference between the two), confirming a conductive component.
This pattern helps audiologists at Soft Hear identify both components and recommend a comprehensive treatment approach.
What Does a Mixed Hearing Loss Audiogram Look Like?
In a typical mixed hearing loss audiogram:
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Air conduction results (marked with circles or crosses) are lower (indicating worse hearing).
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Bone conduction results (marked with brackets) are also impaired, but better than air conduction.
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The gap between these two lines (air-bone gap) confirms the presence of mixed hearing loss.
This graphical pattern helps our audiologists at Soft Hear determine the degree and type of hearing loss precisely.
How Soft Hear Interprets and Treats Mixed Hearing Loss
At Soft Hear, our expert audiologists use advanced diagnostic tools and personalized evaluations to:
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Perform a comprehensive hearing test using pure tone audiometry and speech audiometry.
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Interpret the audiogram to identify whether hearing loss is conductive, sensorineural, or mixed.
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Customize treatment based on individual needs, which may include:
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Medical or surgical intervention (to treat the conductive component)
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Hearing aids (to improve sound clarity for the sensorineural part)
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Bone conduction hearing aids or BAHA devices (if traditional aids are not suitable)
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Why Choose Soft Hear?
Soft Hear is one of India’s most trusted hearing care providers, offering:
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Free, accurate hearing tests and audiograms
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Experienced audiologists and ENT referrals when needed
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A wide range of hearing aids from top global brands like Signia, Phonak, ReSound, and more
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Clinics across major Indian cities with excellent follow-up care
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Affordable EMI options and lifetime support
We believe that no matter how complex your hearing condition is, you deserve clarity, comfort, and confidence.
Final Thoughts
A Mixed Hearing Loss Audiogram is a powerful diagnostic tool that helps uncover the nature of your hearing loss and build an effective treatment plan. At Soft Hear, we go beyond testing—we offer expert guidance, trusted hearing aid brands, and compassionate care every step of the way.
Ready to check your hearing?
Book a free hearing test at Soft Hear today and get a clear picture of your hearing health.
Visit www.softhear.com to schedule your appointment or find a clinic near you.
