{"id":102,"date":"2018-11-14T18:04:50","date_gmt":"2018-11-14T18:04:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fueldev.site\/~callier\/evaluation-treatment\/hearing-protective-devices\/"},"modified":"2019-03-25T18:34:51","modified_gmt":"2019-03-25T18:34:51","slug":"hearing-conservation-services","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/calliercenter.utdallas.edu\/evaluation-treatment\/hearing-conservation-services\/","title":{"rendered":"Hearing Conservation Services"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>We are exposed to sound on a daily basis. Volume levels vary\nconsiderably, and can easily exceed 85 decibels (dB) \u2013 the threshold that is\nconsidered safe. Any prolonged exposure to noise exceeding this is harmful and\ncan cause permanent, irreversible hearing loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Excess noise exposure isn\u2019t the only cause of hearing damage.\nDiseases, drugs and injury may all contribute to hearing loss. Fortunately,\nthere are steps you can take to protect your hearing and help prevent hearing\nimpairment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Protecting\nYour Hearing from Loud Noise<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Noise-induced hearing loss is the most common cause of hearing loss in\nthe U.S. The good news? It is easily preventable. Follow these tips to protect\nyour hearing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Wear hearing protection when exposed to loud\nnoise. Earplugs are a must in noisy environments such as rock concerts and\nsporting events. They should also be worn when riding a motorcycle or\nsnowmobile, mowing the lawn, using power tools, etc. If your job exposes you to\nloud noise, your employer is required by OSHA to supply hearing protection.<\/li><li>Turn down the volume. When listening to music or\nwatching television, keep the volume low.<\/li><li>Limit the number of noisy appliances running at\nthe same time.<\/li><li>Buy quieter products. Many appliances list dB\nratings in their specifications. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Preventing\nHearing Loss from Diseases<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some diseases can cause hearing loss. Viruses that might damage\nhearing include measles, mumps, whooping cough and rubella. Bacterial diseases\nsuch as meningitis and syphilis can also lead to hearing damage. Acoustic\nneuroma \u2013 tumors on the hearing nerve (usually benign) \u2013 may contribute to\nhearing loss. Tips for preventing hearing loss from disease include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Make sure your child is vaccinated. Immunizations\noffer protection from many childhood infections that can cause hearing damage.<\/li><li>If you are sexually active, use protection to\nprevent the spread of sexually transmitted diseases, some of which can cause\nhearing loss.<\/li><li>Don\u2019t delay seeking medical attention should you\nfall ill.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Protection\nfrom Ototoxic Drugs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some drugs cause damage to the sensory cells responsible for hearing.\nThese include certain antibiotics, chemotherapy drugs, salicylate pain\nrelievers (e.g., aspirin), quinine (for treating malaria) and diuretics. In\norder to reduce your odds of hearing loss when taking medications, follow these\ntips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Take medications only as directed.<\/li><li>If you experience symptoms of hearing loss such\nas tinnitus while taking new drugs, see your doctor immediately.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Preventing\nEar Injuries<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Head trauma can damage the temporal bones in the lower lateral walls\nof the skull, leading to hearing loss. To help prevent this type of injury,\ntake the following precautions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Wear a seat belt at all times when in a car.<\/li><li>Wear a helmet when riding a bike or motorcycle,\nand participating in contact sports.<\/li><li>Don\u2019t take unnecessary risks, such as standing on\nthe top rung of a ladder.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>There are other general steps you can take to protect your hearing.\nRefrain from inserting foreign objects in the ears; these can lead to impacted\nearwax, a perforated eardrum or damage to the skin. Cotton swabs and safety\npins are notorious offenders. Use swim plugs when engaging in water activities\nand be sure to dry your ears thoroughly after swimming or bathing. Seek prompt\nmedical attention if you are suffering from an ear infection.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We are exposed to sound on a daily basis. 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