Hearing Unclear Sounds? Be Careful Signs Of Hearing Disorders

JAKARTA - Have you ever felt the need to repeat questions when talking to other people or often feel the sound around you sounds vague, dim to the extent that it is unclear? If so, this condition could be an early sign of hearing loss.

Hearing disorders are a condition when a person experiences a decrease in the ability to hear sounds, both partially and completely.

"This condition can occur slowly or suddenly, temporary or permanent. This disorder can be experienced by anyone, from the baby to the elderly, and is often not realized until they have entered a fairly serious stage," said Dr. B. Vimala Acla Pramuditya, Sp.THT-KL, quoted from EMC's official website.

Hearing disorders are the decrease in the ability of the ears to capture sounds, both partially and completely. This condition can occur slowly and suddenly, and is temporary or permanent. Anyone can experience it, from baby to elderly. Unfortunately, this disorder is often not realized until it is quite serious.

Causes Of Hearing Disorders

There are various factors that can trigger hearing loss. Some of them are ear impurity buildup (excitement), infection in the middle or inner ear, long-term exposure to loud noise (noise-induced hearing loss), aging process (presbycusis), injury or trauma to the head, as well as certain diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, or viral infection.

"In addition, congenital disorders since birth in infants and children can also be the cause of hearing loss," said dr. Vimala.

Symptoms To Watch Out For

Hearing disorders usually develop slowly, so they are often not immediately realized. Some of the symptoms that should be considered include

- Difficulty understanding conversations, especially in crowded places

- Often asks the interlocutor to repeat his words

- Habit of raising the volume of television or radio harder than usual

- Feelings of full ears or hearing the buzz (tinitus)

- Not responding fairly, especially to children

The Importance Of Early Detection

Hearing disorders that are left untreated can reduce the quality of life. Patients may have difficulty communicating, experience obstacles in work, and are even emotionally and socially disturbed. In children, this disorder can hinder the development of speech and abilities

That's why early detection is so important. Examination by THT specialist doctors can help find the cause and determine treatment steps, ranging from administering drugs, cleaning ears, special therapies, to using hearing aids if needed.

Tips On Maintaining Ear Health

To keep the ears healthy and the function of hearing is maintained, here are some simple steps that can be taken.

- Avoid cleaning your ears too deep with bud cotton

- Limit the use of high volume earphones and too late time

- Use ear protection while in a noisy environment

- Immediately check with the THT doctor if you have pain or ear infection

If you or your closest person starts showing signs of hearing loss, consult an THT specialist immediately. Fast and proper handling can prevent hearing loss from developing more severely and help maintain the quality of your life.