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A sound intensity above may cause permanent hearing damage?
A dangerous sound level is defined as above 85db to cause hearing damage. Long term exposure to 80 db can also damage hearing.
Can fire alarms cause hearing damage and tinnitus?
Yes, fire alarms can potentially cause hearing damage and tinnitus if they emit sounds at high decibel levels, especially if an individual is exposed to them at close range or for prolonged periods. Most fire alarms produce loud beeping or sirens that can exceed 85 decibels, which is the threshold where hearing damage can occur with extended exposure. People with pre-existing hearing conditions may be more susceptible to these effects. It's important to ensure that alarms are loud enough to be effective without posing a risk to hearing health.
Prolonged exposure to loud noises may cause permanent hearing loss while you may have some improvement in your hearing the damage has still been done see an audiologist or hearing specialist?
you could check with your doctor. that would be the best bet.
Can your hearing ever get better in life?
Yes, hearing can improve in certain situations. For instance, if hearing loss is caused by earwax buildup or an ear infection, treating these conditions can restore hearing. Additionally, some people may experience improvements through hearing aids or cochlear implants. However, age-related hearing loss or damage from prolonged exposure to loud noises typically cannot be fully reversed.
Why should we not put a pin or pencil in our ears?
You could damage your eardrum ! THe damage is permanent and may result in loss of all or part of your hearing in that ear.
What type of pollution affects your ability to hear and think clearly and it may damage your hearing?
air pollution
Why can't I hear people but they can hear me?
You may have a hearing problem. If you have been wearing ear buds and turning up to the highest volume you may have lost some hearing. Go get your hearing checked.
Which body parts may be damaged by aminoglycosides?
Aminoglycosides can potentially damage the kidneys and the inner ear, leading to nephrotoxicity (kidney damage) and ototoxicity (hearing loss or balance problems). Close monitoring of kidney function and hearing is important when using these antibiotics.
Who Needs a Hearing Test?
How do you know if you or a family member needs a hearing tests? Hearing tests can be used as screening tests to pick up hearing deficits that might not have been noticed or to diagnose known problems.Babies and ChildrenNewborns are routinely tested for hearing problems. Young children may also be tested either during routine medical checkups or to rule out hearing problems as a cause for speech disorders or delays. School age children are often tested in school or at medical appointments.AdultsAdults are most often tested for hearing problems only if signs of hearing loss have been observed, such as difficulty in hearing conversational tones. Adults may also be tested after exposure to situations that can damage hearing, such as head trauma or loud noises. Adults may also be tested if they are taking medications that can damage hearing, such as certain antibiotics. Adults who are often exposed to loud noises may benefit from regular testing.Older AdultsBecause hearing loss is common in older adults, routine hearing tests may be done during physical examinations. Hearing tests may also be done for older adults who report hearing loss. In some cases, hearing tests may be done on the request of care givers or medical professionals as a result of changes of behavior, such as withdrawing or difficulty following conversations, to rule out hearing loss as a cause.Diagnosing Hearing ProblemsHearing tests are often done to identify the specific type of hearing loss. Hearing tests can determine if the problem is that the sound waves are not entering the inner ear to be processed or if it is damage to the brain or nerves. Once the type of hearing problem is confirmed, causes and treatments can be investigated.Obtaining Hearing AidsHearing tests can determine if someone is a good candidate for a hearing aid. A test can confirm if hearing loss is present and if a hearing aid would help.Hearing problems can have serious effects on a person's well being. Hearing loss can interfere with speech and learning in children and can cause interpersonal problems for adults by interfering with conversation. Hearing tests are designed to identify problems that might be hard to notice in daily life and can provide more information on the exact amount and type of hearing loss.
How close do you have to be to get blind from thunder?
Thunder will not cause blindness, it may cause hearing damage if the lightning strike is very close.
How is dizziness diagnosed?
Further tests may be indicated by the initial examination. Hearing tests help assess ear damage.
How does sound damage hearing?
Sound doesn't damage hearing, decibles do.A large blast of sound could rupture the ear drums by destroying them. The sound is like a shockwave, spreading throughout your eardrum. Even if you listen to a sound less loud, overtime your eardrums will adjust and your hearing may dullen. The sounds are like waves that ripple through your ears.
