Is hearing loss in the affected side years later Normal

To Jenna

Thanks for reaching out to us here at the Stroke Foundation.

Stroke can disrupt our senses as well as our perception of what our senses tell us.

Hearing loss itself, is something that can be assessed and evaluated by an Audiologist.  It can be difficult to say to what extent your hearing will recover after a stroke, so it is best to speak to a hearing professional.

Hearing loss can also cause other symptoms for some people such as vertigo, dizziness, balance issues, nausea and vomiting. It can also cause sensory and perceptual problems.

After a stroke, some people may find that they are highly sensitive to sound. It’s a common side effect called auditory sensitivity and overload. Auditory sensitivity occurs when individuals experience sensitivity to certain sounds or frequencies. Often these individuals notice sounds or audio that others don’t.  Typically, their brain perceives auditory sensory sensations more intensely than others. Because of this, noise sensitivity can lead to sensory or auditory overload.

Auditory overload can happen at any time. Parties and other social gatherings or events increase its likelihood, but there are various strategies that can help

It is important to speak to your GP and or Audiologist about any concerns you may have about your hearing to establish if it is related to your stroke or what else may be contributing to this.

You may like to check out places like Hearing Australia here or National Hearing Care here as well.

I hope this helps

Regards Strokeline