About one in seven people deal with migraines today. According to a new study, migraines and hearing loss may be connected—so it’s more important than ever to tell your doctor if you’re affected.
What’s the link between migraines and hearing trouble? Researchers are still investigating the link, but a new report in the American Journal of Otolaryngology shows that people who suffer from these extreme headaches have two preliminary signs of auditory dysfunction: otoacoustic emissions (OAE) and auditory brainstem responses (ABR).
Both of these problems are red flags for future hearing loss. Beyond that, almost two-thirds of migraine sufferers tested in the study had unusual auditory electrophysiological test results, even though they could hear normally.
If you suffer from migraines, then inform your doctor—and as always, be mindful of the early signs of hearing loss:
With the right care and attention, hearing loss doesn’t have to be another headache. Visit our office anytime to have a personal consultation and learn how you can keep your ears working at their best.
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