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Q. Will there be hearing loss on using noise cancellation headphones 10 hours a day?

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This is a premium question & answer published on Aug 22, 2018

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

For my work which needs concentration, I need a noise cancellation headphone which filters out sounds. Is there any chance of hearing loss or impairment with use for 10 to 12 hours a day?

Answer

Dr. Mehak Agarwal

Diabetology Otolaryngology (E.N.T)

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Yes, you should not use headphones for more than three hours in your case. It also depends on what frequency and what decibel of sound the noise cancellation masker will have.

You can rather use ear plugs.

For more information consult an ENT otolaryngologist online --> https://www.icliniq.com/ask-a-doctor-online/ENT-Otolaryngologist

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