Occupational hearing loss
Alternate Names : Hearing loss - occupational
Treatment
The hearing loss may be permanent. The goal of treatment is to improve any remaining hearing and develop coping skills (such as lip reading). Using a hearing aid may improve communication. Always protect the ear from further damage. For example, wear ear plugs in noisy areas.
Prognosis (Expectations)
Hearing loss is often permanent in the affected ear. The loss may get worse if you don't take measures to prevent further damage.
Complications
Hearing loss may progress to total deafness.
Calling Your Health Care Provider
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if: - You have hearing loss
- The hearing loss gets worse
- You develop other new symptoms
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