At the same time, the results of a study conducted among high school students at Harvard School are striking. Of the 4,000 adolescents aged 12-19 who underwent examination, 680 students were found to have hearing impairments of varying severity.
What is the situation in other countries?
In Germany, according to the Association of ENT Doctors, every fifth adolescent aged 16-20 already has problems with the hearing organs. And the majority of subjects under 35 have prerequisites for such problems in the future.
It can be said with confidence that the situation in our country is no better. More and more people are turning to ENT doctors with complaints of hearing loss. And most often, patients who already have serious hearing impairments come to specialists, when purchasing a hearing aid is unavoidable. Although the disease appeared much earlier, often at a young age. At that time, it might not have caused much discomfort, but over time, due to lack of treatment, it developed into serious hearing loss.
Treatment is necessary
Hearing problems in young people arise as a result of the fast pace of life. This primarily concerns large cities. In addition, work often becomes the cause of hearing impairments. One survey showed that four out of five citizens do not go on sick leave as prescribed by a doctor, but endure the illness at the workplace. This kind of workaholism and inattention to one's health can lead to negative consequences.
Untreated rhinitis, otitis, and any inflammation of the nasopharynx can lead to hearing problems. Therefore, at the first signs of ear congestion or decreased hearing acuity, immediately consult an ENT doctor.
Hearing loss as a result of listening to music through headphones
Currently, it is fashionable among young people to listen to music through headphones. Some young men and women do not remove the headset from their ears for hours. Doctors point out the danger of listening to loud music. The power of music at 100 dB reduces hearing acuity. Thus, a twenty-year-old person may lose the ability to distinguish certain sounds. And if they visit a club where the music volume exceeds 120 dB, they may damage their hearing in one evening.
How is this possible? The power of club music can be compared to the power of sound produced by a jackhammer. But it is recommended to work with this tool only in headphones or earplugs.
So what now, not listen to music? – you might ask. To protect your ears, learn to listen to music at a volume no higher than 80%, and if you like headphones, purchase a quality headset with noise reduction effect. Your ears are worth it!
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