Noise Induced Hearing Loss Quiz
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Eric A. Gantwerker, MD, MMSC (Otolaryngology (ENT))
Pediatric Otolaryngologist at Northwell Health and Associate Professor of Otolaryngology at Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. He holds a Master of Medical Science (MMSc) in Medical Education with a special focus on educational technology, educational research, and game-based learning from Harvard Medical School and a Master of Science in Physiology and Biophysics from Georgetown University. He has a special interest in faculty development and has been a speaker or faculty at hundreds of local, national, and international courses and conferences. He is also an active blogger and podcaster for several organizations, including the Harvard Macy Institute (HMI), Harvard Medical School CME Online, and BackTable Innovations. He has been featured in the news and print for media outlets such as USA Today, Businesswire, The Washington Post, Nature Medicine, Fox News, and KevinMD. He was also the Vice President, Medical Director of a medical video game company, Level Ex from 2018 to 2023 that utilized game technology and psychology to create interactive experiences for healthcare professionals. | He is recognized as an expert on the implementation of educational technologies and gaming with a foundation in educational theory for health professions education. He was honored to be inducted as an Associate Member of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Academy of Master Surgeon Educators and as an Associate Fellow of the Association for Medical Education in Europe (AMEE).
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What is Noise Induced Hearing Loss?
Noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) is the loss of hearing due to exposure to loud noises, either over an extended period or from a single exposure to an extremely loud noise. These can be common with occupational exposure to loud machines or music.
Typical Symptoms of Noise Induced Hearing Loss
Hearing difficulty
Frequent exposure to loud noise
Ringing in the ears
High-pitched tinnitus / ringing sounds in the ear
Dizziness
Doctor's Diagnostic Questionson Noise Induced Hearing Loss
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this disease:
Do you have trouble hearing?
Have you been exposed to loud noises, like at a construction site or live concert?
Do you have ringing in your ears?
Do you have a high pitched metallic tone or whistling sound in your ear?
Are you currently dizzy?
Treatmentof Noise Induced Hearing Loss
For single exposures to loud noises, steroids may help reduce the degree of hearing loss. However, for long-term loud noise exposure, treatment cannot reverse the hearing loss. Hearing aids can help if the loss is severe enough. Prevention is the best treatment by using high-quality hearing protection during times of exposure.
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References
Chen KH, Su SB, Chen KT. An overview of occupational noise-induced hearing loss among workers: epidemiology, pathogenesis, and preventive measures. Environ Health Prev Med. 2020 Oct 31;25(1):65. doi: 10.1186/s12199-020-00906-0. PMID: 33129267; PMCID: PMC7603754.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33129267/
Le TN, Straatman LV, Lea J, Westerberg B. Current insights in noise-induced hearing loss: a literature review of the underlying mechanism, pathophysiology, asymmetry, and management options. J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2017 May 23;46(1):41. doi: 10.1186/s40463-017-0219-x. PMID: 28535812; PMCID: PMC5442866.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28535812/
Imam L, Hannan SA. Noise-induced hearing loss: a modern epidemic? Br J Hosp Med (Lond). 2017 May 2;78(5):286-290. doi: 10.12968/hmed.2017.78.5.286. PMID: 28489444.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28489444/
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Eric A. Gantwerker, MD, MMSC (Otolaryngology (ENT))
Pediatric Otolaryngologist at Northwell Health and Associate Professor of Otolaryngology at Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. He holds a Master of Medical Science (MMSc) in Medical Education with a special focus on educational technology, educational research, and game-based learning from Harvard Medical School and a Master of Science in Physiology and Biophysics from Georgetown University. He has a special interest in faculty development and has been a speaker or faculty at hundreds of local, national, and international courses and conferences. He is also an active blogger and podcaster for several organizations, including the Harvard Macy Institute (HMI), Harvard Medical School CME Online, and BackTable Innovations. He has been featured in the news and print for media outlets such as USA Today, Businesswire, The Washington Post, Nature Medicine, Fox News, and KevinMD. He was also the Vice President, Medical Director of a medical video game company, Level Ex from 2018 to 2023 that utilized game technology and psychology to create interactive experiences for healthcare professionals. | He is recognized as an expert on the implementation of educational technologies and gaming with a foundation in educational theory for health professions education. He was honored to be inducted as an Associate Member of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Academy of Master Surgeon Educators and as an Associate Fellow of the Association for Medical Education in Europe (AMEE).
Rohini R, MD (Otolaryngology (ENT))
Dr. Rohini R is an ENT, Head and Neck Surgeon, with a Fellowship in Advanced Endoscopic Sinus and Skull Base Surgery and a Fellowship in Aesthetic Medicine and Lasers. Besides clinical practice and working with Ubie, she is actively training and mentoring medical students and residents. She has functioned in various work settings - teaching hospitals, private and free health centers, and worked with patients from all socioeconomic backgrounds due to her experience in free hospitals and volunteering in India and Singapore.
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