Dear all. *Noise induced hearing loss* is a major cause of *permanent deafness.* In next few days we all will be exposed to very high, loud noise of various dhol Tasha programs, extremely high SOUND WALLS AND DJs. Normal ambient sound is 30-50 dB, where as high volume music systems, airoplanes, fireworks emit *140-160 dB* sounds. This can lead to *sudden sensory neural hearing loss.* This type of loss can be temporary for 72 hrs or *permanent, if untreated.* Hence the golden period to treat this emergency is *1-7 days. Beyond which any further delay will reduce chances of full recovery and it will become a permanent handicap.* Treatment options: 1. Oral medication 2. Injectable medicines 3. Direct injection of medicines inside ear 4. Carbogen therapy. 5. Hearing aids *Prevention:* All said and done no treatment whatsoever urgently started can give assurance of 100% recovery. *Many youngsters will remain permanently deaf for life.* Hence staying away from such sound sources, using tight ear plugs when exposed and seeking urgent help from ENT specialists is key to safety. Wish u a noiseless, healthy Ganesh festival & Id Mubarak 💐 Regards Dr Amol Joshi Saideep ENT hospital Rose icon commercial complex. Pimple saudagar. Pune. 9890708363