How do I know if I have a hearing problem?
There are many different things that may contribute to you feeling like you might have problems with your hearing.
Obviously, since you're here reading this then you're concerned enough to find out. - which is the first, and most important
step. A common challenge for people is cerumen (ear wax) which, when removed, may return your hearing to a normal state.
In any case, it is important that you have your hearing checked by a licensed and certified audiologist.
There are two types of hearing loss: conductive and sensorineural.
A sensorineural loss is the result of damage to the nerve fibers in the inner ear.
It is commonly caused by the natural aging process, but can also be caused by
noise exposure, strong medications, diabetes, stroke, and other circulatory diseases.
Hearing aids are usually the best solution to a sensorineural hearing loss.
A conductive hearing loss can be caused by an obstruction or infection in the ear canal.
Other causes may include a perforation or scarring of the eardrum or middle ear, and
Eustachian tube dysfunction. Otosclerosis, fixation of the middle ear bones, is another
potential cause of conductive hearing loss. Most conductive hearing loss can be helped with medical treatment.
Some questions to ask yourself:
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Do you hear sounds but have trouble understanding the words? |
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Do high-pitched sounds such as women's or children's voices, telephone dial tones "fade" or "disappear"? |
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Is it difficult to hear or understand others in public places such as
restaurants, theaters, stores, at your church or synagogue, or any
place where the background noise level is increased? |
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Does it seem to you that people mumble more than they used to? |
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Do you often need to ask others to repeat themselves? |
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Do people ask you to turn down the volume of the TV or radio? |
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Do you strain to listen? |
If you answered "yes" to any of the questions listed above, then you may be experiencing hearing loss.
Please call us today, so that we can make a definitive assessment, as well as give you a free demonstration
about the amazing capabilities and technologies we have available to us to improve your hearing!
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