The Voice UK's will.i.am's fears health condition is 'gradually getting worse'
ok.co.ukBlack Eyed Peas legend will.i.am is facing an ongoing battle with a chronic condition that's causing his hearing to deteriorate.The Voice UK coach and music maestro, known for his collaborations with superstars like Lady Gaga, Rihanna, and the late Michael Jackson, has been facing a worsening of his hearing over time. "I can't be quiet, as that's when I notice the ringing in my ears.There's always a beep there every day, all day.
I don't know exactly how long I've had this, but it's gradually getting worse," he said while previously speaking with The Sun, according to Birmingham Live.
After undergoing hospital tests, it was also reportedly discovered that his ears show signs of aging beyond his years. In another separate interview, he said: "When I went to the doctor and got an ear test, they said: 'Your ears are that of someone a lot older.' In 2007, 2013 and this year, I got all my frequency tests and the curve … it’s proper loss." The superstar is suffering from tinnitus, a condition that the NHS describes as hearing noises not caused by an external source, such as ringing or buzzing.
For will.i.am, it manifests as a relentless 'beep'. Although it can often improve on its own, sufferers often notice waves of hearing loss or a heightened sensitivity to certain sounds.This can make it challenging for individuals to fall asleep or focus, and may even lead to depression.
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