What is noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL)?

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These sounds can damage sensitive structures in the inner ear and cause noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL). NIHL can be immediate or it can take a long time to be noticeable. It can be temporary or permanent, and it can affect one ear or both ears. read more

A noise-induced hearing loss is a permanent hearing loss caused by prolonged exposure to high levels of noise. The hearing deteriorates gradually from the noise exposure. A noise-induced hearing loss is also called NIHL. read more

Noise induced hearing loss (NIHL) is irreversible hearing damage resulting from continuous exposure to high levels of noise. NIHL affects an estimated 10 to 15 million people in the United States, making excessive noise exposure the most common cause of hearing loss. read more