Many hearing loss causes exist, so it can be difficult to list every potential cause. There are a few common causes of hearing loss, though not all of them are avoidable.
- Noise exposure: For those that work in construction, the music industry, and the military, noise exposure is common. Without proper protection, this can lead to eventual hearing loss — particularly sensorineural hearing loss.
- Aging: Almost everyone will grow old, and many of us will experience a loss of sight and sound as we do. While age-related hearing loss can be tied to noise exposure over the course of their life, not all older people with hearing loss worked/lived in loud conditions.
- Ménière’s disease: This is a condition that causes problems with people’s inner ear and sense of balance. It can also cause hearing loss.
- Hereditary conditions: Many hereditary conditions exist that might lead children to be born deaf, or develop hearing loss during the first few years of their lives.
- Illnesses: Viral infections and various illnesses like measles, mumps, and shingles can lead to hearing loss. Some illnesses might cause high fevers, which can also factor into someone losing their hearing.
- Injuries: If the eardrum is ruptured or scarred, this can cause a loss of hearing.
- Ear infections: While some people report permanent hearing loss after ear infections, these people usually experience chronic ear infections.
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