Patient's question:
I am 15 years old, and I listen to MP3s every day, using earbuds. I am worried that this may lead to hearing loss or even deafness. Hello doctor, what should I do? The kind of assistance I need: Can I continue listening like this? Or do you have any suggestions? Thank you!Doctor's answer:
Your concern is entirely justified. If you use headphones to listen to MP3s for a long time, it may lead to inflammation in your ears and interfere with your hearing.Recommendation: It is suggested that you use the speaker function to listen to MP3s instead of headphones. Avoid using headphones for extended periods, and if you must use them, keep the volume very low.
The above advice is for the question, "Does long-term use of headphones cause hearing loss?" I hope it helps you. Wishing you good health!