6 Bad Habits That Can Lead To Hearing Loss

By Shubhi Kumar
11 Feb 2025, 08:00 IST

Do you excessively ear phones every day? It may damage your ears. Check out six bad habits that secretly damaging your ears, and it may lead to hearing loss. Tap to read!

Smoking

Smoking reduces blood flow to the ears, impairing oxygen supply and increasing the risk of hearing loss over time.

Drinking Alcohol

Excessive alcohol consumption can lead to dehydration. It affects the inner ear's function and potentially leads to hearing loss.

Excessive Headphone

Use Listening to music at high volumes through headphones can damage delicate hair cells in the ear. This will lead to hearing loss.

Ignoring Infection

Untreated ear infections can lead to permanent damage to the ear structures. It results in temporary or permanent hearing loss.

Not Exercising

Lack of exercise can affect blood circulation. It reduces oxygen flow to the ears and increases the risk of hearing problems.

Occupational Hazards

Exposure to loud noises in the workplace without proper protection can cause long-term hearing damage.

Information credits

This is sourced by the World Health Organisation (WHO) as per the research, prolonged loud noise, smoking, alcohol, and infections damage hearing over time. However, it is advisable to consult a doctor/ healthcare professional for personal suggestions.