Dear Doctor: Is it unhealthy to sleep with earbuds in?

DEAR DR. ROACH:

For the last few years, my wife puts in her earbuds and listens to talk shows while she sleeps. This seems like an unhealthy idea. — C.H.

ANSWER:

I agree with you. Earbuds while you sleep could damage your ear, and although listening to some music before bed helps some people fall asleep, I’m not sure that talk shows are the optimal choice. But it’s the earbud part I really recommend against.

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