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Acoustic Trauma - Occupational Hearing Loss
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Treatment & Monitoring
What are the treatments for the condition?
Treatments for occupational hearing loss include the following:
What are the side effects of the treatments?
There are no side effects from the treatment options listed.
What happens after treatment for the condition?
Many people with hearing aids have a hard time communicating when there is a lot of background noise. Other people should be encouraged to speak into the less-impaired ear of the person. Gestures and facial expressions can also help, when used appropriately. The person may need assistance dealing with adjustment to hearing loss. He or she may have emotional reactions such as anger, frustration, and loneliness.
How is the condition monitored?
The healthcare provider may order periodic hearing tests to detect further hearing loss. Any new or worsening symptoms should be reported to the healthcare provider.