what can cause severe hearing loss
Exposure to loud noise. Loud noises, such as those from heavy equipment, chain saws and firearms, are common sources of noise-related hearing loss. Portable music devices, such as MP3 players or iPods, also can cause noise-related hearing loss if played loudly for long periods.
Conductive hearing loss may result from diseases that affect the external ear or middle ear structures. Some of the causes of conductive hearing loss include: Cerumen (ear wax) obstruction: Ear wax can be identified by a medical examination and can usually be removed quickly.
Foreign object in the ear canal A foreign object in the ear may cause pain, redness, drainage problems, and in rare case, hearing loss. Aspirin poisoning Aspirin poisoning is a medical emergency and can cause nausea, vomiting, drowsiness and more.