A rare condition in which the bone covering the superior semicircular canal of the inner ear is abnormally thin or has an opening (hole or dehiscence). This opening can allow sound and pressure to cause hearing and balance problems. When the opening causes noticeable symptoms, it is referred to as Superior Canal Dehiscence Syndrome (SCDS). For more information, please visit the Johns Hopkins website page here.: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/superior-canal-dehiscence-syndrome-scds
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