The symptoms of a TBI can vary widely depending on the severity of the injury. Some appear right away, while others can come on days or even weeks later. They can include:<\/p>\n
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- Headache<\/li>\n
- Nausea and vomiting<\/li>\n
- Dizziness or loss of balance<\/li>\n
- Sensitivity to light and sounds<\/li>\n
- Being dazed and disoriented<\/li>\n
- Losing consciousness for several seconds to hours depending on the severity of the injury<\/li>\n
- Blurred vision<\/li>\n
- Tinnitus (ringing in ears)<\/a><\/li>\n
- Hearing loss<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\u00a0Hearing Loss After Brain Injury
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<\/h2>\nHearing loss can occur in a fair number of patients who have had a TBI. One systematic review of 773 patients with a previous TBI found that 58% experienced some degree of hearing loss<\/a> after their injury.<\/p>\n
There are several possible explanations as to why someone might experience hearing loss<\/a> after a head injury, including damage to hair cells within the cochlea, auditory nerve, and\/or parts of the brain that process language and sound.<\/p>\n
Some additional causes may include:<\/p>\n
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- Torn eardrum that can cause blood to accumulate in the middle ear<\/li>\n
- Broken ossicular bones found in the middle ear, which can cause sound to not travel properly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Tinnitus is Common<\/h2>\n
In addition to hearing loss, up to 53% of individuals suffering from traumatic brain injuries experience tinnitus.<\/a><\/p>\n
Tinnitus is known as a ringing in the ear, but some people also experience it as a hissing, buzzing, roaring or other noise. While tinnitus is not a dangerous condition, it can be a very disorienting one that negatively affects your quality of life.<\/p>\n
\u00a0Treatment Options for Hearing Issues After TBI<\/h2>\n
Treatment options will often depend on the cause of your TBI-related hearing loss or tinnitus. If your hearing loss is caused by a ruptured eardrum, for example, you will likely regain hearing once it heals. However, sometimes hearing loss caused by a head injury is permanent.<\/p>\n
If you have any auditory symptoms after a TBI, get your hearing checked as soon as possible. If your hearing loss is permanent, hearing aids can help manage your symptoms. They can also help manage tinnitus.<\/p>\n
Dealing with untreated hearing loss or tinnitus after a traumatic brain injury can make it hard to do things like spend time with friends or enjoy a family concert at Levy Park.<\/a> It\u2019s important to know that effective treatment options are available.<\/p>\n
If you would like more information or to speak with one of our experts, call Hearing Systems<\/span> to schedule an appointment today.<\/p>\n
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