The Proof with Simon Hill

My sudden hearing loss story | Simon Hill, Msc

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Sep 29, 2025
Dive into a gripping personal journey of sudden hearing loss as the host recounts the alarming moment it happened. Discover the frantic visits to specialists, the treatments pursued, and insights into oral steroids, antivirals, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. Experience the emotional rollercoaster and learn about the dramatic recovery and the science behind it. Gain essential tips on acting swiftly in similar health crises, along with reflections on what truly aids recovery—all from a firsthand perspective.
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ANECDOTE

Sudden Deafness And Immediate Action

  • Simon Hill suddenly lost hearing in his left ear after water activities and exercise, then sought ENT care the next day.
  • He started high-dose prednisone within ~36 hours and pursued immediate diagnostic steps including MRI and audiogram.
ADVICE

Treat Sudden Hearing Loss As An Emergency

  • If you experience sudden unexplained hearing loss, go to an ER or see an ENT immediately.
  • Early treatment improves chances of recovery, ideally within 72 hours.
INSIGHT

Severity Drives Prognosis

  • Prognosis strongly depends on initial severity; severe to profound losses have much lower full-recovery odds.
  • Published "one-third" recovery stats include milder cases and overestimate outcomes for profound losses.
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