Key Takeaways

Loud concerts can cause tinnitus and temporary or permanent hearing loss.

Hearing loss occurs as loud sounds impact cells in the ear that help convert sound waves to electricity.

Wearing earplugs or ear muffs to a concert can prevent symptoms.

Many people who attend loud concerts walk away not hearing as well or experience ringing in their ears (tinnitus). Damage to inner ear structures due to loud sounds can lead to noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL), which can cause temporary or permanent hearing changes.

Loud Sounds Can Cause Hearing Loss

Exposure to high volumes can damage the cells and nerves in your ear, which are responsible for hearing. Depending on the volume and how often you're exposed, loud noises can lead to tinnitus and hearing loss.

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