What are some common causes of hearing loss?

 Here are some common causes of hearing loss:

• Aging: As you get older, you may experience hearing loss. Age-related hearing loss is called presbycusis
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• Noise exposure: Exposure to loud noise can damage the hair cells in your inner ear, leading to hearing loss. This is called noise-induced hearing loss
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• Head trauma: Trauma to the head can cause hearing loss
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• Virus or disease: Certain viruses and diseases can cause hearing loss, such as meningitis, measles, mumps, and shingles
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• Genetics: You can inherit hearing loss from your family
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• Ototoxicity: Certain medications can damage the hair cells in your inner ear, leading to hearing loss. This is called ototoxicity
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Other causes of hearing loss include:

• Ear infections: Infections of the outer or middle ear can cause hearing loss
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• Earwax buildup: Excessive earwax can block the ear canal and cause hearing loss
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• Trauma: Trauma to the ear, such as a perforated eardrum or fractured skull, can cause hearing loss
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• Disease: Certain diseases, such as otosclerosis and Meniere's disease, can cause hearing loss
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• Autoimmune inner ear disease: This is a rare disease that can cause hearing loss
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It is important to see a doctor if you are experiencing hearing loss, as some causes can be treated or managed.