Should I Get a Hearing Exam?

At what point should you consider getting your hearing evaluated? Here are a few signs you should have your hearing checked.

Recently, my children expressed discontent with the high volume of the TV. My answer …” What?!” It was intended to be funny. But there’s nothing comical about neglected hearing loss. The volume of the TV has been increasing. And I started to question whether I should set up a hearing exam.

There’s no good reason to avoid scheduling a hearing test. They’re non-intrusive, they don’t involve any radiation, and you can be at ease without concerns about your level of comfort. Simply take a quick moment to book an appointment.

Considering how much untreated hearing loss can impact your health, it’s important to be more vigilant about it.

You should have your hearing checked if you detect these signs

If you’ve noticed any recent changes that may be a sign of hearing loss, booking a comprehensive hearing assessment with a professional is likely a wise decision. Obviously, if things are difficult to hear, that’s a pretty strong indication of hearing loss.

• Background noise can be overpowering: Have you ever strained to focus on a conversation in a noisy or crowded setting, where the surrounding racket makes it tough to hear every word? That may be an indication of hearing loss.
• People always seem to be talking unclearly: The problem may not always be volume but rather definition.
• You’re always missing text messages: Your phone is made to be loud. So, if you’re always missing calls or text messages, it might be because you’re noy hearing them.
• Relentless ringing sound: A continuous sensation of ringing in your ears, knowned as tinnitus, is frequently an indication of damage to your hearing.

Here are a few other scenarios that suggest you should arrange a hearing assessment:

• Your ear is still blocked following an infection
• Surplus earwax has accumulated and can not be eliminated by self-cleaning approaches
• Medications you’re taking may be damaging your hearing
• Distinguishing where sounds are originating from can be challenging
• You’re experiencing balance problems

Routine hearing evaluations

Even if you’re not experiencing any noticeable symptoms, it’s still important to schedule regular hearing tests.

• It is encouraged to have a baseline test completed after reaching the age of 21.
• For individuals with normal hearing, it’s recommended to have a hearing assessment every three years.
• If you display symptoms of hearing impairment, have it evaluated immediately and then annually thereafter.

Regular screenings might detect hearing loss early, before any warning signs are evident. Early expert attention can dramatically improve your chances of maintaining healthy hearing over time. This means you should probably turn your TV down and schedule a hearing test.