Hearing loss is usually a slow process, making it easy to disregard the subtle changes in your ability to perceive sounds. Even though children are frequently tested, most adults don’t even consider scheduling a hearing exam like they would their vision. You wouldn’t neglect a decline in your eyesight, so why wouldn’t you keep track of the health of your hearing?
Here are 6 reasons to have your hearing examined on a regular basis:
- Spotting the Signs: Potential hearing problems can be exposed by everyday situations. Ask yourself these questions: Do I constantly ask people to repeat themselves? Do I need to crank up the TV volume? Do noisy settings make interactions challenging? It’s time for you to get a hearing test if you answered yes to the majority of these questions.
- Following Guidelines: The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association recommends hearing screenings every 10 years until age 50, and every three years after that.
- Family History Matters: It’s even more worthwhile to call us for an appointment if hearing impairment runs in your family.
- Establishing a Baseline: We will use baselines, which will supply a frame of reference for further comparison to monitor changes to your hearing over time.
- Early Diagnosis and Treatment: Problems, such as earwax buildup, or noise-related hearing loss, can be recognized early on by routine hearing exams, avoiding further damage.
- Diagnose Medical Conditions: Hearing loss can sometimes point to inherent medical disorders such as diabetes, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, or kidney disease. Treating these conditions might improve your hearing.
Getting answers
Neglected hearing loss can have extensive consequences, affecting your social life, emotional well-being, and even physical safety. Remaining alert to significant sounds of your environment, enjoying social situations, and being able to fully participate in conversations, are all examples of how hearing aids can improve your overall quality of life.
Don’t miss out on important work meetings, the laughter of your grandchildren, or the voice of a loved one.
Protect your hearing and keep enjoying the sounds of your life by making an appointment for a hearing examination with us today.