Excessive alcohol can influence hearing loss.

Excessive alcohol consumption may affect our hearing, new research has found. While many people are aware of the obvious risks associated with binge drinking, it is not commonly known that excessive drinking can cause loss of hearing. Dr Nina Byrnes, Irish GP and Medical Liaison Officer with Hidden Hearing — the Irish hearing healthcare provider — explained that studies have shown that high alcohol consumption over a long period of time can result in damage to the central auditory cortex of the brain and may lead to brain shrinkage. As the damage to the auditory nerves adds up, even moderate drinkers may risk nerve damage and hearing loss