🧠 Sudden Hearing Loss Could Be a Warning Sign of Stroke Don’t Ignore This Silent Symptom You wake up and suddenly one ear feels blocked. Sounds are muffled. Maybe there’s ringing or dizziness. Most people think it’s wax or a simple cold. But here’s the truth: 👉 Sudden hearing loss can sometimes be an early warning sign of a stroke. 👉 Delaying treatment can lead to permanent hearing damage or brain complications. Your ear might be giving you a life-saving alert. What is Sudden Hearing Loss? Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss (SSNHL) is a rapid drop in hearing that occurs within a few hours or up to 72 hours. It usually affects only one ear and can happen without pain. It is considered a medical emergency , not a routine ENT complaint. Common symptoms: Sudden decrease in hearing Ear blockage feeling Ringing sound (🔗 Tinnitus ) Vertigo or imbalance Ear fullness or pressure 👉 If hearing drops suddenly, don’t wait. Act fast. Can Hearing Loss Real...
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