Hearing loss is usually a frustrating condition that can be the result of a number of things. Although hearing loss is commonly caused by age or an injury, in some circumstances, hearing loss might be an indication of a more severe root medical condition.
These are some hearing loss red flags you should watch for
There are a number of red flags that may be an indication of hearing loss and that it’s time to schedule a hearing assessment appointment. Pay attention if any of these red flags manifest.
Having difficulty hearing phone calls
Even with a volume control setting, you may find it hard to hear the individual you are talking to on the telephone. If you are constantly turning the volume up louder and louder on your cell phone or landline, you need to schedule an appointment as soon as possible for a hearing assessment.
Difficulty making out conversations
At times, we get lost during conversations even when our hearing is healthy, but if it occurs frequently, particularly when more than two people are talking, it’s most likely an indication of hearing loss.
Family & neighbors are complaining about a loud TV
It can be a challenge to follow television programs, especially if music is combined with dialog. We need to understand that the sound doesn’t automatically get clearer when you crank the volume up. But if you consistently need the tv turned up to a high volume that is uncomfortable for others in the room or if your neighbors are hearing your television, it is time to check your hearing.
Difficulty hearing in loud settings
It usually means you’re struggling to distinguish speech from background noise if hearing in a public place has become difficult. Individuals who are going through hearing loss most frequently have this complaint.
You say “what” a lot
If someone is mumbling a few feet from you and you’re unable to hear them, that doesn’t necessarily mean you have hearing loss. Still, if you say the word “what” more than any other word in your vocabulary, it might be a red flag that you aren’t receiving sound signals clearly in order to process speech correctly.
Misunderstanding what people say
Misunderstanding what people are saying can be embarrassing and is often a sign of high frequency hearing loss. This form of hearing loss makes it difficult to distinguish speech.
Contact us for a hearing assessments as soon as you can if you are experiencing any of the above red flags. Luckily, the stigma that was once related to hearing loss no longer exists, the testing is simple, and with the modern advances in hearing aid technologies, there’s no reason for you to keep suffering with hearing loss.