Tech > Mobile > Headphones ## Are Your Earbuds Damaging Your Ears? Look Out for These Warning Signs After dealing with hearing loss, I spoke with two audiologists to learn more about the risks that come with wearing earbuds. Senior Editor, Health and Home ### Anna Gragert Senior Editor, Health and Home September 26, 2026, 7:21 pm ET After experiencing temporary hearing loss in my left ear, I became committed to protecting my hearing. Even though losing my hearing for a few weeks was caused by eustachian tube dysfunction — when the tube connecting the middle ear to the back of the nose no…