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Hearing Loss | Last Active: 2 days ago | Replies (43)
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Thank you. It was actually a spinal surgeon who recommended the MRI. BUT, I did go to my PCP yesterday and am being treated with steroids and allergy meds. Nobody I talked to has heard of this happen but I did find it online. It’s obviously very unusual.
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Pleased to know that your PCP recommended steroid treatment. While this reaction to an MRI is unusual, we know that excess noise can cause hearing loss. The MRI team knows that and does all they can to muffle the loud noises an MRI creates. I hope the treatment you are receiving helps you.
Noise related hearing loss is common. It's generally the result of noise experienced over time such as in a workplace or can be from a sudden burst of extreme noise. Some people are more susceptible to hearing loss from noise based on their genetics. Hearing protection isn't something people think about as much as they should until hearing loss changes their life. So much education is needed.
The MRI cause is unique. But people should be aware of it.