What causes hearing loss?
Hearing loss can be caused by a number of factors, including:
Age-related hearing loss (Presbycusis): A gradual decline in hearing as we age.
Noise-induced hearing loss: Damage caused by prolonged exposure to loud noises.
Earwax buildup: Excessive earwax can block the ear canal and muffle sound.
Infections or inflammation: Conditions such as otitis media (ear infection) can temporarily impair hearing.
Inner ear damage: Problems with the cochlea or auditory nerve can result in permanent hearing loss.
While some causes of hearing loss are reversible (such as
