Acoustic Trauma - The Effect of Noise on Hearing

"Acoustic trauma" caused by exposure to loud sound is a hearing loss caused by " very strong noise. If the noise is excessively loud or prolonged, ringing, buzzing and neural type hearing loss in the inner ear may occur along with it.

Acoustic trauma is one of the most common causes of hearing loss and ringing. 

The sudden noise made by firearms such as cannons, rifles, pistols and explosives can cause acoustic trauma. For some people, even the sound of a single explosion is enough to cause acoustic trauma.

Hearing loss often begins at high frequencies. There is almost always a ringing, buzzing complaint called tinnitus.

People's sensitivity to noise varies. 

If you have to scream to hear yourself,

If the noise causes pain in the ear,

If there is tinnitus,,

If you become slightly deaf for a few hours after being exposed to noise, the noise may be damaging the ear.

Can Noise Cause Any More Damage Other Than My Hearing?

In addition to hearing loss, tinnitus may also occur in those who are overexposed to noise. It is mostly permanent. Some people may have increased anxiety and sensitivity in the face of loud noise, there may be an increase in pulse and blood pressure, or there may be an increase in stomach acid secretion. "Loud noise" can also reduce productivity by distracting attention in the work environment.

What Can Be Done If The Noise Has Caused Damage to Hearing?

Hearing loss usually develops over the years. You may not notice it because it is painless and gradual. It can be noticed more easily if there is ringing, buzzing along with hearing impairment. Inability to understand what people are saying, especially in noisy environments, can be the beginning of high-frequency hearing loss, and hearing tests should be performed.