High cholesterol is often dubbed the silent killer because it can lay the dangerous groundwork for heart disease without spurring on many warning signs. 

The fatty substance can slowly take over your arteries and spell bad news for your cardiovascular and overall health.

While warning signs of this process are often reluctant to appear, red flags can sometimes strike in your ears.

Hearing loss expert, Peter Byrom, told Express.co.uk that hearing loss might be a “lesser-known” sign of the fatty substance.

“While it may not be the first warning sign that pops up, it’s definitely something worth keeping an eye (or rather ear) out for,” he said.

Hearing loss triggered by high cholesterol tends to be gradual and often affects both ears equally.

This warning sign often starts as a difficulty hearing high-pitched sounds or understanding conversation in noisy environments.

However, it can worsen over time if left untreated, the expert explained.

High cholesterol spurs on this symptom once the fatty substance builds up in your arteries, making them narrower.

Byrom said: “This narrowing restricts blood flow, and unfortunately, your ears rely on a healthy blood supply to function properly.

“When blood flow to the delicate structures of the inner ear is compromised, it can result in hearing loss.”

If you start experiencing hearing loss, the expert recommended seeking medical attention from your healthcare provider.

He said: “They can perform a thorough evaluation, which may include blood tests to check your cholesterol levels. 

“If high cholesterol is indeed the culprit, they will likely suggest various lifestyle changes and, in some cases, medication to help manage your cholesterol levels.”

Source: | This article first appeared on Express.co.uk

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