Conclusion
In conclusion, this study supports the notion of differences in the
subjective impairment in HRQoL among different types of CMED. These
differences are independent from hearing. HRQoL is therefore not only
associated with hearing, but also depends on other symptoms, such as
tinnitus, discharge or vertigo. These aspects are considerably important
and should be assessed using validated disease-specific questionnaires
in clinical practice and research under the aim of supplementing the
clinical history and providing standardized patient-reported
information.