Sudden hearing loss—what you need to know & what to do

Last Updated November 1, 2022

Arash G

By Arash G

GM House of Hearing Clinics

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Sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSHL) or sudden hearing loss is dramatic, occurring either instantly or over a 72 hour period.

The term SSHL refers to the sudden and significant loss of 30 decibels or more of hearing.  A loss of thirty decibels is the equivalent of your normal television volume level suddenly becoming a whisper, and difficulties understanding normal conversation or using the telephone may be the first indication that something is wrong.

Go to the Sudden Hearing Loss page to learn in more detail. 


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