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Can Stress Cause Hearing Loss? 7 Simple Ways to De-Stress.

Stress has become a part of our fast-moving lifestyle. We are all aware that Cardiac health and Hypertension are direct outcomes of high-Stress levels, but can stress cause Hearing Loss? It’s time you realise that Stress related Hearing Loss is for real and is a direct outcome of high-stress levels. We give below 7 simple ways to de-stress and maintain good Hearing Health.

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How does Stress cause Hearing Loss?

Any form of Stress can cause havoc in the normal functioning of our body. Under high-stress levels, our body releases Adrenaline into our bloodstream. Adrenaline is a Hormone which increases the blood supply to the muscles for the body’s natural “Fight or Flight” response.

Occasionally the flow of Adrenaline is good for the body, but not on regular basis. Repeated stress affects microcirculation or reduces the blood flow through smaller blood vessels. Our inner ear receives blood for nourishment and proper functioning through small blood vessels, lack of blood supply to the Ear causes the Hair Cells to die resulting in Sensorineural Hearing Loss

Can Stress cause Sudden Hearing Loss?

Stress is known to cause sudden Hearing Loss in some people, sudden Hearing Loss can also mean Hearing Loss over 3 to 4 hours.

Since the Stress reduces blood supply to the Ears, continuous exposure to high levels of stress can reduce the blood supply to a trickle causing the Hair cells to die. In some cases high-stress levels cause Tinnitus.

Symptoms of Stress-related Sudden Hearing loss.

If you are under constant stress, be aware of the following symptoms. Consult your Doctor immediately as timely treatment can save your Hearing.

  • Sudden pain in the ear.
  • Sudden pressure or blocked feeling.
  • Sounds are muffled or faint.
  • Sudden loss of Hearing in one or both ears.

Age-related Hearing Loss comes over time and is not immediate or within hours.

How do we protect our Hearing?

If the Hearing Loss is due to high-stress levels, the only solution is to de-stress oneself.

Destressing yourself can not only protect your Hearing but also reduce chances of Hypertension and Cardiac issues.

What are the Simple De-Stressing Methods?

Stress Relief This Way

Since our work environment, daily commuting and family pressures are some of the major reasons for stress, we should be particular in de-stressing ourselves on regular basis. Following these 7 simple ways to destress can preserve your Hearing.

1. Sound Sleep

A Peaceful Sleep for Stress Relief

Sleep is an important human function, sound sleep allows the body to repair itself. Our body including the brain needs rest to function properly.

Sound sleep has been prescribed as the most effective method for destressing.

2. Take a Break.

In case you find yourself in a stressful situation, try to walk away for a few minutes, clear your thoughts and return to the situation. You will find yourself feeling less tense. If you are in a meeting and cannot excuse yourself, take a deep breath. Deep breathing has a calming effect on the body. Learn a few breathing exercises.

3. Take a Holiday or spend Quality Time with your Family

Quality time with your family for Stress Relief

People in stressful jobs should take a Holiday, in fact, Company management should insist that their executives holding stressful portfolios should be sent on a compulsory leave. Spending quality time with the family can work magic on stress.

4. Animal Assisted Therapy

Playing with Pets for Stress Relief

Domestic pets are one of the greatest stress busters, playing with your Pet Dog or your Pet Cat can do wonders for your Health. It is a known fact that playing with Pets increases levels of Oxytocin, a stress-reducing hormone and decreases levels of Cortisol, a stress-causing Hormone. Animal Assisted Therapy is an accepted form of treatment.

5. Listen to Music or Watch Movies

Music Therapy is also an established form of stress relieving treatment. Play your favourite soft soothing music and watch the stress disappear. Or play your favourite movie at home or go to a theater and become part of the movie plot and forget your worries.

6. Meditation, Yoga, Jogging or Gymming

Jogging for Fitness and Stress Relief

Meditation and Yoga are centuries old solutions for stress relief and relaxation, meditation and Yoga not only help in stress relieving but also have a positive impact on Blood pressure, insomnia and depression. Jogging. Running or gymming keeps the body in perfect health, exercising releases endorphins. Endorphins are chemicals which are released into the brain and give a feeling of well-being and happiness which directly reduces stress.

7. Spa Therapy and Massage treatment

Spa therapy or a good massage can be an instant stress reliever. Massage is known to relieve stress, fatigue and physical pain. Massaging releases Endorphins in the body which helps in reducing stress levels. A good hot tub will increase blood circulation.

The other benefits of Massage are:

  • Reduction in blood pressure (A cause of Hearing Loss)
  • Improves Immune system (Fewer chances of getting Ear infections)
  • Improves Cardiac Health and blood supply (The inner Ear gets an abundant supply of nutrients thus delaying Sensorineural Hearing loss)

In recent times stress has become the biggest killer, many people who are unable to handle work-related stress “burn out” at an early age. Stress is a silent killer. Keep yourself fit and productive by de-stressing yourself.

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