03/09/2026
Sudden hearing loss is not something to “wait and see.”
If you notice that your hearing has dropped suddenly in one ear — over hours or even a day or two — it may be Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss, a condition that requires immediate medical evaluation.
In many cases, treatment is most effective when started within 48–72 hours.
Too often, patients assume it is ear wax, sinus pressure, or a temporary blockage and delay care. Unfortunately, waiting can reduce the chance of recovering hearing.
Symptoms may include:• A sudden drop in hearing in one ear• A feeling of fullness in the ear• Ringing (tinnitus)• Muffled or distorted sound
Early diagnosis and prompt treatment can make a meaningful difference in hearing outcomes.
If you experience sudden hearing loss, seek evaluation by an ear specialist as soon as possible.
Dr. Darius Kohan is an otologist and neurotologist specializing in complex disorders of the ear and hearing restoration.
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