“Can my ear infection impact my hearing?”
I have contracted an ear infection due to excess wax build up. Can this infection impact my hearing?
3 Answers
Yes an infection could affect your hearing, you should have your hearing checked with an Audiologist or Otolaryngologist. Sincerely, Natalie Fernandez-Roque
Middle ear infections can affect your hearing – muffling sounds and your overall ability to hear. This can be unsettling, but it's almost always temporary and doesn't result in any permanent hearing loss. Still, any hearing loss should be evaluated by an Audiologist or Otolaryngologist (ENT).
Yes, an ear infection can impact hearing if it causes inflammation, debris or fluid build-up in the ear. Usually, it's temporary and resolves once the infection clears.
