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Noise induced hearing loss
The hearing loss caused by continuous exposure to loud noise is called noise induced hearing loss.
NIHL may be temporary or permanent.
Temporary hearing loss- In this the threshold shift due to noise exposure, comes to previous thresholds in few hours to faw days.
Permanent hearing loss- In this the threshold shift due to noise exposure is permanent.
Sources of noise exposure
Use of headphones
Working in a noisy environment
Crackers noise
Gunshots noise
High TV volume
Living in noisy environment
Attending calls in large number
DJ noise in weddings
Going to clubs, parties on regular basis
Noise from household items like mixer etc.
Treatment
Use of ear protective devices
Less use of headphones/ear phones
Hearing assessment should be done on regular basis so that the hearing loss is identified as early as possible.
