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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nNoise-induced hearing loss<\/a> is a growing problem across all age groups. According to the Centers for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC), \u201cat least 10 million adults (6 percent) in the U.S. under age 70\u2014and perhaps as many as 40 million adults (24 percent)\u2014have features of their hearing test that suggest hearing loss in one or both ears from exposure to loud noise.<\/a>\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prolonged exposure to any noise louder than 85 decibels can cause damage to the hair cells of your inner ear and lead to permanent hearing loss. Household activities that may put you at risk include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you feel the need to clean your ears, you can do so gently with a warm washcloth. However, you should never stick cotton swabs or anything else inside your ear. This can actually push earwax deeper into the canal and cause injury, infection, and symptoms like ear pain, tinnitus and temporary hearing loss. Visit an ENT if you are concerned about earwax buildup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Some medications are ototoxic, meaning they can damage the ears leading to tinnitus, balance problems and hearing loss. While many of these medications are prescriptions, common over-the-counter pain relievers like Aspirin or ibuprofen can also cause damage, especially when taken in high doses. Never take more than a recommended dosage and ask your doctor if any of your current medications pose a threat to your hearing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In order to make sure you are keeping your ears safe while at home you should:<\/p>\n\n\n\nAvoid Using Cotton Swabs To Clean Your Ears<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Be Mindful of Medications That Can Cause Hearing Loss<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Ways To Protect Your Hearing at Home<\/h2>\n\n\n\n