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(W42) Exposure to noise
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2 818 in individuals diagnosis exposure to noise confirmed
Diagnosis exposure to noise is diagnosed Men are 1.77% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis exposure to noise
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis exposure to noise
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease exposure to noise - Men aged 65-69 and Women aged 80-84
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 65-69
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-64, 70-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-79, 85-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 80-84
Disease Features exposure to noise
Absence or low individual and public risk
Exposure to noise - what does this mean
Noise exposure occurs when a person is exposed to loud or prolonged sounds that can cause physical and psychological harm. the damage is caused by the sound waves damaging the structures of the inner ear, leading to hearing loss, tinnitus, and other physical and psychological effects.
What happens during the disease - exposure to noise
Exposure to noise can cause a range of health problems, from physical symptoms like hearing loss, tinnitus, and headaches, to psychological symptoms like anxiety and depression. the pathogenesis of this condition involves the overexposure of the auditory system to loud noises, leading to damage of the delicate structures of the inner ear. this damage can cause a range of physical and psychological symptoms, as well as an increased risk of cognitive decline and other neurological conditions.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Review patient's medical history and lifestyle habits
- Conduct physical examination
- Perform audiometric testing
- Order imaging studies such as CT or MRI scans
- Administer hearing tests
- Perform blood tests to rule out other medical conditions
- Administer balance tests
- Order otoacoustic emissions testing
- Conduct tympanometry
- Administer speech recognition tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: Reduce exposure to noise
- Provide ear protection (earplugs, earmuffs) when exposed to loud noises.
- Avoid loud environments, such as concerts, nightclubs, or construction sites.
- Limit the use of personal music players to no more than 60% of the maximum volume.
- Take regular breaks from loud noise.
- Identify and treat any underlying medical conditions that may be contributing to the noise exposure.
- Consider soundproofing your home or office.
9 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Exposure to noise - Prevention
The best way to prevent exposure to noise is to limit the amount of time spent in noisy environments, wear hearing protection when in noisy areas, and maintain a safe distance from the source of the noise. additionally, it is important to ensure that the noise levels of any environment are kept below the recommended safety levels.