Hearing

Here are some things to consider doing. Some items may not be applicable to you.

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Preventing hearing loss:

• Wear ear plugs whenever you might be exposed to loud noise

Treatment of hearing loss:

If you have any of the following symptoms:

• Ringing in the ears
• Difficulty making out spoken words
• Noticing the effects of loud noise for several hours afterwards

• See a doctor to determine if you have hearing loss
• Wear ear plugs whenever you might be exposed to loud noise

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