Singer Alka Yagnik Battles 'Rare' Sensorineural Hearing Loss: Know Why It Happens

The iconic playback singer Alka Yagnik, known for her melodious voice in countless Bollywood hits, recently opened up about her struggle with a rare form of hearing loss. In an Instagram post, Yagnik shared that she has been diagnosed with "a rare sensorineural nerve hearing loss" due to a sudden viral attack.

"To all my fans, friends, followers and well wishers. A few weeks ago, as I walked out of a flight, I suddenly felt I was not able to hear anything. Having mustered some courage in the weeks following the episode, I want to break my silence now for all my friends and well wishers who have been asking me why I’m missing in action.." ‘Agar Tum Sath Ho’ singer Alka Yagnik wrote on Instagram.

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Alka Yagnik is a trailblazer in the Indian playback singing industry, particularly during the golden era of Bollywood in the 1990s. With a illustrious career spanning over four decades, she has been the recipient of numerous prestigious honours, including two coveted National Film Awards.

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Yagnik's incredible popularity and impact on the music industry were further solidified when she was bestowed with the Guinness World Record for being the most-streamed artist on YouTube in 2022, amassing an astonishing 15.3 billion views.

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What is Sensorineural Hearing Loss (SNHL)?

According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL) is the most common type and accounts for the majority of all hearing loss. SNHL refers to any cause of hearing loss due to a pathology of the cochlea, auditory nerve, or central nervous system.

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Causes of Sensorineural Hearing Loss (SNHL)

As per the Stanford Medicine Health Report, rare sensorineural hearing loss can result from various factors including:

• Autoimmune disorders affecting nerves.
• Viral infections like herpes zoster (shingles) or bacterial infections such as Lyme disease.
• Exposure to toxic substances like heavy metals or certain chemicals.
• Issues with blood flow to sensory nerves.
• Trauma or injuries near nerves.
• Genetic conditions like Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease.
• Tumours that put pressure on nerves.
• Metabolic disorders or deficiencies in vitamins.

Note: It's crucial to consult an ENT specialist or healthcare professional for proper diagnosis and treatment.

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