Letter H
Hearing loss
Also known as: Deafness, Hard of hearing
Hearing loss symptom guide: what it can mean, possible causes, and when to seek care. Educational only.
Overview
Hearing loss can come from wax, infection, noise, or age. Sudden hearing loss is an ear emergency. Avoid putting sharp objects in the ear.
Possible causes
- Ear wax
- Infection
- Loud noise
- Age
- Ear-toxic medicines
When to see a doctor
See a clinic promptly for sudden hearing loss, sudden tinnitus, or pain/discharge.