Can an Earthquake Cause or Worsen Tinnitus / Hyperacusis / Hearing Loss?

[iAzra]

We had an earthquake (6.2 magnitude) like a week ago, and I have been feeling dizzy ever since.

Today I also have a bit of warmth in my ears and some usual clicks which I get after being exposed to loud sounds.

Timing could be related to some hearing damage accruing?

My question is - can an earthquake wave cause hearing damage?

It hit us pretty hard, almost at our feet and everything was rocking like a boat, house walls were rocking...

Due to COVID-19 I can not simply get to a specialist to ask and regular doctors are of no help.

Any experiences to share? Should I be worried? :/

I have tinnitus and hyperacusis and am worried that it could become worse since there is that vertigo present...

 

[FGG]

I didn't find anything about tinnitus, but apparently earthquakes can shake up the otoliths in your ears and contribute to dizziness:

Vertigo syndromes associated with earthquake in Georgia

A physical therapist could evaluate you for that and at least rule it out (and treat it if that's what it ends up being).