Know how to prevent hearing loss

Although it is not possible to avoid every form of hearing loss, there are steps you may take to lessen your risk of age-related and noise-induced hearing loss.

When exposed to loud noises, it’s never too early or late to begin wearing hearing protection. Adopting a healthy lifestyle and listening to your doctor’s recommendations can also help protect your hearing health.

We can’t emphasize enough how important it is to limit your exposure to loud noise but other healthy practices can help you keep your hearing as you age:

The tiny hair-like cells in your inner ear are susceptible to changes in blood flow. The loss of these cells results in hearing loss. The better your general health, the greater your chances of preventing hearing loss or preserving your hearing if you already have it.

  1. Avoid Making Too Much Noise

How loud is too loud, and what is the limit? If you have to shout above the surrounding noise, it’s loud enough to damage your hearing. There is adequate volume to hear sounds from motorcycles, loudspeakers at concerts, power tools like saws and drills, earphones, and other sources. Learn more about the link between hearing loss and loud music.

  • Maintain your blood pressure and cardiovascular wellness

High blood pressure and heart disease can harm the delicate processes that help you hear within your ear. If you have high cholesterol or blood pressure, follow your doctor’s medication recommendations.

  • Remove Earwax Correctly

Wax build-up in your ears can cause the sound to be muffled. However, please don’t use a cotton swab to clean them out because it can push wax deeper into the pores. Instead, use an at-home irrigation kit to soften the wax and gently wash it away. It could need to be removed by your doctor if it gets clogged in your ear.

  • Examine Your Medications for Hearing Risks

Approximately 200 medications, including several antibiotics and cancer-fighting treatments, have been linked to hearing loss. Even high doses of aspirin might cause damage to your ears. If you are using a prescription medication, make sure it won’t affect you by consulting your doctor.

If you must take a medication that may be harmful to your ears, make sure your doctor tests you’re hearing and balance before and during treatment.

  • Reduce the volume in your car

Listening to loud music in a confined environment increases the risk of ear hair cell damage. Reduce the volume while the windows are closed. While driving with your windows down, you may like the sensation of the breeze in your hair, but the noise it makes can cause hearing loss. Maintaining an open window is the preferred option when driving at high speeds.

  • Stop smoking and vaping, and restrict your alcohol use

Studies have demonstrated that cigarette smoke, whether breathed directly, indirectly, or even during pregnancy, has a substantial negative effect on an individual’s hearing health. In a similar vein, drinking too much alcohol can create a dangerous environment in the ears. The link between vaping and hearing loss is less well-studied, but anecdotal reports have linked it to sudden hearing loss.

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