Hearing loss is generally a frustrating condition that can be caused by a number of things. While hearing loss is commonly caused by age or an injury, in some situations, hearing loss might be an indication of a more severe underlying medical issue.
These are some hearing loss red flags you should look for
Hearing loss will often throw up a variety of red flags indicating it’s time for a hearing assessment. Here are some of those red flags that should make you pay attention.
Having difficulty hearing phone calls
You may be having a difficult time hearing phone calls even with the volume setting. You should call us for a hearing exam if you find yourself continuously turning the volume up on your phone.
Trouble making out conversations
Sometimes, we get lost during conversations even when our hearing is normal, but if it happens frequently, especially when more than two people are talking, it’s probably an indication of hearing loss.
People around you are complaining about the rising volume of your TV
It can be a challenge to hear television programs, particularly if music is combined with dialog. We need to recognize that the sound doesn’t automatically get clearer when you turn the volume up. But if you constantly need the television turned up to a high volume that is uncomfortable for other people in the room or if your neighbors can hear your television, it is time to check your hearing.
Difficulty hearing in loud settings
It normally means you’re struggling to distinguish speech from background sound if hearing in a public place has become difficult. This is one of the most prevalent complaints of individuals who are developing hearing loss.
You keep asking people what they said
Simply because you can’t hear somebody mumbling several feet away doesn’t mean you have hearing loss. However, if you say the word “what” more than any other word in your vocabulary, it might be a red flag that you aren’t getting sound signals clearly in order to process speech properly.
Misunderstanding what people are saying
Misunderstanding what people say can be embarrassing and is frequently an indication of high frequency hearing loss. This means you are not capable of discerning the sounds of speech.
Call us for a hearing test as soon as you can if you are experiencing any of the above red flags. Fortunately, the stigma that was once linked to hearing loss no longer exists, the exam is easy, and with the modern developments in hearing aid technologies, there is no reason for you to keep suffering with hearing loss.
