Hearing loss is one of the most common conditions which affects millions of people irrespective of their ages. It happens when the auditory system, including ear and brain, doesn’t work properly leading to hearing difficulty, difficulty understanding speech and unable to enjoy full hearing experience.

Types of hearing loss :

1. Conductive hearing loss : sound waves are blocked from reaching the inner ear due to earwax buildup, infections and damage
2. Sensorineural hearing loss : damaged inner ear
3. mixed hearing loss : a mix of conductive and sensorineural hearing loss

Causes :

1. Aging
2. Exposure to loud noises
3. ear infections
4. head injury
5. Ototoxic medications
6. genetics

Signs and symptoms :

1. DIfficulty hearing in noisy environments
2. difficulty understanding speech
3. tinnitus (ringing in the ears)
4. Frequent asking people to repeat themselves
5. turning up the volume on the TV or Radio
6. avoiding social gatherings

Preventive measures and tips :

1. avoid places with loud noise
2. have a regular hearing test
3. Get your ear infections treated
4. limit using headphones

In this blog on hearing loss, we came across various topics. It is highly important for us to understand and educate ourselves to know more about our ears to prevent permanent/temporary hearing loss. Shyamashree hospital is the best multispeciality hospital in Puri. Book an appointment today and get expert advice and attention on your ear health.