Boynton Beach
10150 Hagen Ranch Rd
Jupiter
6650 W Indiantown Rd
10150 Hagen Ranch Rd
6650 W Indiantown Rd
Background sound is a constant in our busy lives. Normally, background noises are at safe levels that won’t impact our hearing, but repeated exposure to noise above 85 decibels (dL) can cause hearing loss. Noise-induced hearing loss, as a matter of fact, is the second most common form of hearing loss (ranking behind presbycusis, hearing loss related to normal aging), and is the most preventable type.
Hearing loss is often perceived as “a disease of the elderly,” but noise-induced hearing loss shatters that stereotype because it can affect people of all ages, including children, teenagers, and adults young and old. It is estimated that 15 percent of Americans between the ages of 20 and 69 are experiencing hearing loss that is the result of exposure to excessive noise either at work or through recreational activities. High-risk pursuits include hunting, riding motorcycles and snowmobiles, attending rock concerts, listening to music at high volume through earbuds or headphones, and even mowing the lawn or using a leaf blower.
Hearing loss often develops gradually, and may not be immediately noticeable. If conversations and other noises sound distorted or muffled, you may be experiencing early symptoms. Other signs include frequently asking people to repeat themselves when speaking, and watching TV or listening to the radio with the volume set at a level uncomfortable to others.
Many times exposure to loud noise causes a temporary hearing loss that disappears within 48 hours, but over time this may lead to long-term hearing damage. The good news? Noise-induced hearing loss is 100 percent preventable. An awareness of activities that can cause hearing damage is key. When exposed to loud noise, be sure to wear earplugs or other protective devices. Many audiologists carry custom earplugs designed for specific activities such as hunting and listening to live music. Keep the volume at a reasonable level on your MP3 player. Regular hearing tests can help identify problems early, reducing your risk of developing long-term damage.
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We are the region’s only all Fellowship Trained adult and pediatric ENT specialists. The physicians and staff at ENT Specialists have been treating patients throughout all of South Florida since 1995. We can usually accommodate same-day and next-day appointments.
Most insurance plans accepted.
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Tue: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Wed: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Thu: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Fri: 9:00am – 5:00pm
ENT Specialists
10150 Hagen Ranch Rd
Boynton Beach, FL 33437
(561) 736-8141
ENT Specialists
6650 W Indiantown Rd
Jupiter, FL 33458
(561) 736-8141
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