Govind Nair Govind Nair Asked 5 months ago

Does stroke cause hearing loss?

My wife suffered a stroke a few months ago, and ever since, her hearing seems to have deteriorated significantly. We are quite concerned. Does stroke commonly cause hearing loss, or is this something else we need to investigate?

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Shila Dixit Shila Dixit Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago
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I can only share what happened with my brother-in-law, who had a stroke two years ago. He started having a constant ringing sound and mild hearing loss in his left ear. His neurologist managed it with medication and specific auditory exercises.

Amit Sharma Amit Sharma Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

It can definitely affect hearing depending on which area of the brain got hit. Honestly, during my recovery, I just wanted to eat comfort food like hot jalebis to feel better, but keeping a check on health symptoms and consulting the doc is what really helps.

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Gurbaksh Singh Gurbaksh Singh Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

A stroke can impact many functions of the body, including hearing. Along with the modern medical treatment, keeping the patient warm, feeding them light home-cooked moong dal khichdi, and avoiding any loud noises will give their brain the peace to recover.

Lata Mangeshkar Lata Mangeshkar Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

It is very hard to see our elders go through this, and sometimes their hearing gets weak after a stroke. While home remedies won't fix brain damage, keeping their ears clean and using a warm compress around the neck area can help them feel a bit more comfortable while you consult their doctor.

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Aniruddh Sen Aniruddh Sen Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

According to the neurologists we consulted, a stroke in the brainstem or temporal lobe can directly disrupt the auditory pathways, leading to sudden hearing loss. It is crucial to have an audiogram done and follow up closely with their medical team for targeted rehabilitation.

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