Essential suggestions to avoid damage to hearing and enjoy the shows safe for your ears
Lollapalooza, one of the largest music festivals in Brazil, is approaching and with him the euphoria to look at the great shows and enjoy the favorite bands. However, in fun, it is essential to remember that you have listened to health. In fact, prolonged exhibitions with high sounds can cause irreversible damage to the hearing system, such as hearing loss or tinnitus – a more common problem than many people imagine.
What happens to the ears during the shows?
Very high sounds of volume can damage the ciliated cells of the internal ear, causing lesions of variable intensity. The Otoneurologist Dr. Nathália Prudencio He explains that while cells can recover from moderate exhibitions, very intense sounds can cause irreversible changes. For example, even after symptoms, such as tinnitus or covered ear, disappear, small injuries can accumulate over time, thus increasing the vulnerability of the auditory system.
Why is it important to protect the hearing during the festivals?
During shows and festivals, the volume can exceed 120 decibels, the equivalent of the sound of a flat turbine. Therefore, to avoid damage to hearing, the World Health Organization recommends that exposure to noise greater than 85 decibels is limited to 8 hours a day. In addition, the 110 decibel exposure must not exceed 30 minutes, while at 120 decibels, only 15 minutes.
Tips to protect your ears during Lollapalooza
Avoid long periods near the speakers
Even with the desire to see the favorite artists up close, it is essential to avoid positioning themselves near the sound sources for many hours in a row. In fact, prolonged exposure can damage the ciliated cells of the internal ear.
Use ears protections
If you don’t want to lose the experience and you are closer to the speakers, the use of ears protections is an effective solution. Fortunately, there are models of specific events such as filters that preserve the sound quality without compromising protection.
Take breaks to rest your ears
In addition, it is essential to pause the auditory system. Look for silent places during the event and preferably rest your ears every hour to allow recovery.
If you notice signs of discomfort, such as ear pressure, tinnitus or touched ear feeling, it is essential to move away from the sound source and rest. Ignoring these symptoms can aggravate injuries and make the problem irreversible.
Care for children
Dr. Nathália Prudencio warns of the need for extra treatments with children, in particular the tour. In addition, excessive noise can cause irritation or excessive cry, indicating a hearing discomfort. Therefore, a constant exposure to high sounds can cause early hearing problems.
When to look for medical assistance?
If the hearing symptoms persist for more than a day, it is recommended to look for an otorinolaringoiol. Since early diagnosis of hearing problems can prevent the worsening of the condition, it is important to guarantee the best treatment. The use of hearing aids is an effective solution for hearing loss, together with other medical recommendations.
In Lollapalooza, fun is not necessary to cost hearing health. Therefore, by adopting simple care, it is possible to enjoy shows and protect your ears, thus ensuring that the party continues in a healthy way, without future damage.
Source: Dr. Nathália Prudencio, Dizzy and Acufene otorhinolaringoologist
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