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Certain medications and chemicals can cause a condition known as ototoxicity, which damages the inner ear. This damage can lead to hearing loss<\/a>, ringing in the ears and balance issues, impacting your ability to enjoy conversations at local favorites like The Boll Weevil Caf\u00e9 or events at the Augusta Riverwalk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While some medications have necessary ototoxic properties, understanding the risks and how to manage them can help protect your hearing.<\/p>\n\n\n

What Causes Ototoxicity?<\/h2>\n\n
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Ototoxicity occurs when certain substances harm the delicate structures of the inner ear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many medications, including some used to treat infections and cancer, have ototoxic effects. In fact, more than 200 medications<\/a> are considered ototoxic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Symptoms may appear gradually or suddenly, even up to five years after beginning certain medications. These symptoms include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n