{"id":31115,"date":"2022-03-18T18:40:22","date_gmt":"2022-03-18T22:40:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elevateaudiology.com\/?p=31115"},"modified":"2022-04-13T14:33:59","modified_gmt":"2022-04-13T18:33:59","slug":"is-there-a-connection-between-hearing-loss-and-diabetes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/elevateaudiology.com\/is-there-a-connection-between-hearing-loss-and-diabetes\/","title":{"rendered":"Is There a Connection Between Hearing Loss and Diabetes?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Research has shown a link between<a href=\"https:\/\/elevateaudiology.com\/hearing-loss\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> hearing loss <\/a>and diabetes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One study showed that people with diabetes <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nih.gov\/news-events\/news-releases\/hearing-loss-common-people-diabetes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">are twice as likely to experience hearing loss<\/a> as people without the condition. The same study showed that people who were classified as prediabetic had a 30% higher rate of hearing loss compared to those with normal blood sugar levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>Why Does Diabetes Increase Hearing Loss Risk? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/elevateaudiology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/iStock-1280704506-1280x853.jpg\" alt=\"Woman jogging in public park.\" class=\"wp-image-31117\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elevateaudiology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/iStock-1280704506-1280x853.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/elevateaudiology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/iStock-1280704506-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/elevateaudiology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/iStock-1280704506-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/elevateaudiology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/iStock-1280704506-scaled.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/elevateaudiology.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/iStock-1280704506-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Uncontrolled high blood sugar caused by diabetes can damage blood vessels in the body.&nbsp; This includes those found in the inner ear. This damage can affect the circulation to the hair cells in the ear, which play a vital role in the hearing process. Lack of circulation can permanently damage these cells, causing hearing loss.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Diabetes can also damage nerves in the inner ear and disrupt the signals that carry sound input from the ear to the brain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>Manage Diabetes to Protect Hearing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To reduce your risk of hearing loss it\u2019s important to take all the necessary steps to manage your diabetes. This may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Regularly monitoring your blood sugar and A1C levels<\/li><li>Stocking up on healthy local produce at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winslettsmarket.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Winslett\u2019s Market<\/a><\/li><li>Avoiding sugary foods and drinks<\/li><li>Taking all medication as prescribed<\/li><li>Getting regular physical activity<\/li><li>Visiting your doctor if any new issues or problems arise<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2>Take Control of Your Hearing Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Hearing loss is a gradual and progressive condition. Sometimes it happens so slowly you may not notice. Keep an eye out for early signs that include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Asking others to repeat themselves often or thinking that everyone is mumbling<\/li><li>Difficulty following group conversations, especially if there\u2019s background noise<\/li><li>Struggling to hear higher-pitched voices<\/li><li>Having others comment that the TV or radio is too loud when you\u2019re listening<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If any of these signs sound familiar, make an appointment to <a href=\"https:\/\/elevateaudiology.com\/hearing-loss\/hearing-testing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">get your hearing tested.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, if you are over the age of 60 or are regularly exposed to loud noises either at work or when engaging in a hobby, it\u2019s a good idea to have your hearing screened every few years, even if you aren\u2019t experiencing symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have additional questions about hearing loss or wish to schedule an appointment with one of our experts, contact <span class=\"company-name \">Elevate Audiology<\/span> today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><ul class=\"related-posts\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/elevateaudiology.com\/active-listening-strategies-for-people-with-hearing-loss\/\" class=\"related-post\">Active Listening Strategies for People with Hearing Loss<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/elevateaudiology.com\/is-my-hearing-loss-temporary-or-permanent\/\" class=\"related-post\">Is My Hearing Loss Temporary or Permanent?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/elevateaudiology.com\/how-to-combat-listening-fatigue-tips-for-people-with-hearing-loss\/\" class=\"related-post\">How to Combat Listening Fatigue: Tips for People with Hearing Loss<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Research has shown a link between hearing loss and diabetes. 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