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  • Audiology
  • Digital Health
  • Social Media Analysis

Background:

  • Sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSNHL) patients frequently seek health information and social support online.
  • Limited understanding exists regarding the specific online information-seeking behaviors of individuals with SSNHL.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the nature and content of discussions related to sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSNHL) on the Reddit platform.
  • To analyze user-generated content to understand patient perspectives and information needs.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized qualitative and quantitative methods to analyze 526 Reddit posts concerning sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSNHL).
  • Content analysis identified key themes and linguistic variables within the posts.

Main Results:

  • Eight primary discussion categories emerged, focusing on personal experiences (34%), symptoms (31%), treatment options (36%), and potential causes (19%) of SSNHL.
  • SSNHL-related Reddit posts exhibited significantly higher engagement, authenticity, and body-related references compared to general Reddit posts.

Conclusions:

  • Findings offer valuable insights into the online discourse surrounding sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSNHL).
  • The data can inform healthcare professionals, enhancing clinical interactions and patient support strategies.