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Temporary Threshold Shift
Temporary threshold shift is muffled hearing after loud events that often clears with quiet rest—repeated shifts signal rising long-term risk.
Temporary threshold shift is short-term hearing dullness after loud sound—muffled ears after a show or range day—usually improving with sixteen to seventy-two hours of quiet. Repeated shifts without recovery predict permanent loss over years.
Treat any shift as a warning to add plugs and shorten dose next time.
Common questions
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When should muffled hearing after noise trigger a clinic visit?
Seek care if muffling, pain, or sudden one-sided loss does not improve within two to three days, or immediately if accompanied by vertigo or ear drainage.
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