… of time or to a few exposures to very loud sounds. Loud noises, such as those from construction equipment, firearms, or loud music, can damage the sensory cells … environments like the car or a restaurant, or when trying to hear someone speaking from a distance, like from another room in the home. Other symptoms include: Asking others to repeat … of time or to a few exposures to very loud sounds. Loud noises, such as those from construction equipment, firearms, or loud music, can damage the sensory cells …