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Suggest Treatment For Hearing Loss

Posted on Mon, 11 Jul 2016

Question: what would cause someone not to hear anything while they sleep? this has been an ongoing problem for me since I was a child. I am now 30, and still dealing with this. I have tried everything as far as even a sonic boom alarm that deaf people use and still nothing. it is a very big concern for me. any suggestions would be appreciated so much.

Answered by Dr. Neeraj Kumar (34 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Nothing serious if hearing is normal

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Is there any deafness, ear discharge, facial deviation, headache or seizure associated with this problem?
Deep sleep usually cuts off the environmental inputs to brain.
If you have no other problem, then nothing of much concern.
You can use alarms with light or smell.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further queries.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Sonia Raina

Follow up: Dr. Neeraj Kumar (1 hour later)

no other symptoms I have tried with light and no response. my husband tries it takes hours to wake me.

Answered by Dr. Neeraj Kumar (7 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Get polysomnography study

Detailed Answer:
HELLO,
Is there any snoring, day time sleepiness, excessive weight?
You may need a polysomnography study to assess your sleep quality.
Get examined by a neurologist and get investigated.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad