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A member asked:

Could i go to the club with earplugs or this would be a risk for my tinnitus to get worse?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Yes: Ear plugs when subjecting yourself to loud noise is protective to your ears.

Dr Gallia and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/2/2015

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