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The article was professionally consulted by Specialist Doctor of Otolaryngology - Department of Medical Examination and Internal Medicine - Vinmec Hai Phong International Hospital.
Hearing loss due to noise and age can have a big impact on the patient's quality of life. Therefore, it is essential to prevent through noise prevention devices and limit noise exposure.
1. Noise, age - two main causes of hearing loss
Turning up the volume on the TV remote and letting people around you scream loudly to hear clearly are early signs of hearing loss. There are two common reasons for hearing loss, including:
Age: As age increases, the hair cells in the inner ear gradually lose their ability to receive sound vibrations as before, thereby causing hearing. poor in old age. Noise: Loud sounds over time can damage the hair cells in the ear causing noise-induced hearing loss. SEE ALSO: When is an audiometric needed?
2. What to do to prevent hearing loss due to noise, age?
Noise and age-related hearing loss can be prevented and slowed down with a few tips:
2.1. Avoid places with too much noise
If you have to scream because of the background noise it's loud enough to damage your hearing. The sound from certain types of tools can be loud enough to damage your hearing that you need to avoid including motorcycles, loudspeakers, power tools like saws and drills, headphones, and more.
2.2. Choose to buy items with low sound
You should choose equipment with low noise. If you go to a noisy place such as a movie theater or restaurant, you should ask the manager to turn the volume down.
2.3. Limit exposure to noise in public places
Noise-induced hearing loss is the result of long-term exposure to loud sounds. To limit, you need to minimize the time you listen to noisy public places like ambulance sirens or jackhammers on street corners.
2.4. Wear hearing protection
Hearing protection should be worn on persons exposed to loud sounds for more than several minutes. Some commonly used hearing protectors include:
Earplugs : Foam or rubber earplugs are commonly used to reduce noise by 15 to 30 decibels. It is suitable for people who need to hear the sound smaller but not distort the sound. Earplugs: Earplugs help seal the entire ear, preventing sound from entering. It can reduce sound by about 15 to 30 decibels. You can also wear earplugs and earplugs together to protect your ears from louder noises.
2.5. No smoking
Studies show that smoking can cause hearing loss. So, if you have a loss of taste, give up smoking and avoid inhaling secondhand smoke.
2.6. How to properly remove earwax?
A large accumulation of earwax can make it difficult to hear. However, you should not use cotton swabs to clean earwax because they can push the wax deeper. Instead, you should look for kits that soften and gently remove earwax. If wax is firmly attached, you should see a doctor to have it removed safely.
2.7. Avoid drugs that reduce libido
There are about 200 drugs that can damage hearing, including some antibiotics and anticancer drugs. Using high doses of aspirin can also damage the ear. Therefore, you should check with your doctor to make sure you are using the correct dose or change a new medicine to avoid harming your ears. In the event that it is imperative to use a medication that could harm the ear, make sure your doctor checks your hearing during treatment.
2.8. Hearing test
You should have your hearing checked regularly in the following cases:
Having a loved one with hearing loss Difficulty hearing conversations Surrounded by frequent loud noises Often hearing tinnitus If you have hearing loss , you can limit your injury even more by driving away from loud noises. If the problem becomes severe, you should see your doctor for advice on hearing aids and other treatments. In addition, you should also see a doctor when hearing loss suddenly, hear strange sounds or other abnormalities in the ear.
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Reference source: webmd.com
