The bad effect of loud sound on hearing is a well-known fact. For hearing impairment, it is necessary to be exposed to a sound louder than 90 dB for 6-7 hours every day.

The result that these thermometers will give in the presence of earwax does not change. But the result may be affected if there is a middle ear infection and especially discharge.

Chronic common ear infections, characterized by a puncture in the eardrum and constant inflammatory discharge, can become dangerous.

The mistake that is usually made is the idea that hearing loss in infants cannot be understood until they reach a certain age, or if it is understood, treatment or a hearing aid can be used after a certain age.

If the mother has had rubella, a viral infection and flu during pregnancy, consumed alcoholic beverages,, If the birth weight is less than 1600 grams, If he had jaundice at birth and blood exchange was performed, If the newborn has been in t

If you have one or more of the above indicators, or if you suspect that your child does not hear normally, an ear examination and hearing test are required. This can be done at any age, even immediately after birth.

Eardrum ruptures (membrane perforations) due to trauma can heal spontaneously to a large extent if no infection is added.

An earplug, which is one of the most common causes of hearing loss, can lead to hearing loss of about 30-40 decibels.

Many antibiotics ( streptomycin, etc..) and some other medications can cause hearing loss.

Hearing disorders that occur at different ages due to old age are called **Presbyacusis **.