Noise and Music Induced
Hearing loss
The ear ages faster with more noise or music exposure
Many people are likely begin to lose their hearing in their thirties instead of their sixties.
Turn the volume down or plug your Ears.
Apart from the work-related noise, non-occupational and recreational noise is becoming a threat to our society. Do you take care of your ears?
If in doubt, get your hearing checked!
What is Noise and Music Induced Hearing loss?
You may be surprised to know that exposure to noise/music causes hearing loss and/or tinnitus (abnormal ringing, buzzing or roaring sensation in the ear). Yes, prolonged exposure causes permanent irreversible hearing loss. The hearing loss acquired is gradual so one is not aware of it until it is too late.
What is noise?
In simple terms noise is unwanted sound. Unfortunately, in the modern age of automation exposure to noise is on the increase. Noise and music exposure is one of the leading causes of hearing loss. Everyone is at a higher risk of early hearing loss, more so than in previous generations or quieter societies.
Is loud noise/music a
health hazard?Is loud noise/music a
health hazard?
The chief detrimental effect of noise is, of course, loss of hearing. The actual organ of hearing is a very complex structure of hair cells which contains the auditory nerve endings. Loud noise/music overstrains these hair cells and in time they suffer irreparable damage. Unlike most other human cells, the hearing cells are not regenerated. Hearing loss caused by noise/music is permanent and incurable.
What are the other negative effects of noise?
Noise has other effects on the human system even after short periods of exposure. The noise does not have to be very loud either. All parts of the body are put on instant alert. The heartbeat accelerates, blood pressure rises, and the digestive function slows down. Noise also produces emotional effects: tiredness and the inability to concentrate. Stress symptoms appear and we become tense and bad tempered.