Renowned Indian playback singer Alka Yagnik recently disclosed her battle with a rare sensory neural nerve hearing loss, shedding light on a condition that has impacted her public appearances. In an emotional Instagram post, Yagnik shared her diagnosis, attributing the hearing loss to a viral attack. This unexpected health setback has prompted her to speak out and emphasize the importance of caution when exposed to loud music and headphones. Here’s what you should know about this rare sensory neural nerve hearing loss.
Understanding Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Sensorineural hearing loss, also referred to as SNHL, is a form of hearing impairment stemming from damage or dysfunction in the inner ear or auditory nerve. Although SNHL is a common hearing loss type, there are specific rare variations that are less frequently encountered. The auditory or cochlear nerves are responsible for transmitting sound information from the inner ear to the brain.
According to Healthline, SNHL is categorized into:
- Mild hearing loss: 26 to 40 decibels
- Moderate hearing loss: 41 to 55 decibels
- Severe hearing loss: More than 71 decibels
While not life-threatening, SNHL can significantly impact communication skills. Look out for these symptoms:
- Sudden hearing loss
- Asymmetric or unilateral hearing loss
- Trouble hearing sounds
- Body balance issues
- Tinnitus
In her post, Yagnik expressed her intention to share her journey navigating through this diagnosis. Messages of support poured in from fellow celebrities like Sonu Nigam and Shankar Mahadevan. We join in wishing Alka Yagnik a swift recovery!
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