Sensorineural Hearing Loss due to Occupational Hazard

Sensorineural Hearing Loss due to Occupational Hazard

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Ear, Nose, & Throat (ENT)
Men's Health
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Contributed byKrish Tangella MD, MBAAug 28, 2020

The topic Sensorineural Hearing Loss due to Occupational Hazard you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Occupational Hearing Loss.

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  • Occupational Hearing Loss (OHL) is a reduction in the ability to hear sounds, due to job-related damage from noise or vibration to the inner ear
  • Individuals related to trades that involve high sound levels, such as airline maintenance, military, construction, and farming are mainly affected. The condition is also related to the non-usage of ear protective gears, such as ear plugs or ear mufflers
  • Occupational Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (ONIHL) occurs mostly in males and is not related to age. However, it is related to the number of years of work in occupations that involve high noise levels (continuous exposeure)
  • The condition is initially symptomless. It gradually progresses to s stage where there is an inability to recognize speech in crowded areas. Occupational Hearing Loss can lead to permanent deafness and psychosocial complications, if preventive steps are not taken

Please find comprehensive information on Occupational Hearing Loss regarding definition, distribution, risk factors, causes, signs & symptoms, diagnosis, complications, treatment, prevention, prognosis, and additional useful information HERE.

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