How do I Know if I have a Hearing Loss?
Hearing loss is the third most common health problem in the United States and more than 30 million Americans have some type of hearing problem. Because hearing difficulties are often unrecognizable by the person involved, most people wait 7 to 10 years before seeking help! Although hearing problems are commonly associated with the normal aging process, more than half of all hearing impaired persons are under the age of 65 years. Children and teenagers seldom complain about symptoms of hearing loss, which may be related to poor progress in school or excessive behavior problems.
The good news is that there is help for persons with hearing loss – but the first step is to visit Professional Hearing & Speech Center and see an audiologist who can evaluate your hearing and determine the type and degree of your hearing loss. Dr. Gordon will recommend actions for you that may help alleviate your hearing problem.
How Do I know If I Have a Hearing Problem? Hearing loss is an invisible disability. Most hearing losses develop over several years, slowly eroding the quality of life and creating communication problems for the involved person. Although there is no substitute for a professional hearing test provided by an audiologist, the following indications may prove helpful.
Signs Commonly Associated with Hearing Loss:
- Asking people to repeat what they said
- Ringing, buzzing, hissing or roaring sounds in your ears
- Misunderstanding of conversations
- Staying home to avoid social situations
- Complaining that “people mumble”
- Strained personal and family relationships
- Undue fatigue and stress at the end of the day
- Turning up the volume on the TV, radio or stereo
- Difficulties in understanding speech in a noisy environment
- Depending on another to tell you what the conversation is about
- Difficulties in understanding speakers at public meetings or religious services
If you experience one or more of these signs, or for any other reason you feel that your hearing is not as good as it used to be, it is time to seek the help of an audiologist.
Call 732-303-9660 or e-mail Professional_Hearing and_Speech Center to obtain more information on what an Audiologist can do for you.