Hearing loss is usually a gradual process, making it easy to overlook the subtle changes in your ability to hear sounds. Unlike children, who get regular hearing tests in school, adults hardly ever even think of scheduling an appointment. So why would your hearing be any less important than your vision?
It’s important to get regular hearing tests, here are six reasons why:
- Spotting the Signs: Everyday situations can reveal potential hearing issues. Ask yourself these questions: Do I frequently ask people to repeat themselves? Do I need to turn up the TV volume? Do noisy settings make discussions hard? If you said “yes” to most of these questions, it’s time for a hearing exam.
- Following Guidelines: Until you turn 50, you should have a hearing exam every 10 years and every 3 years after that, according to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
- Family History Matters: If other members of your family have hearing problems, this is an ideal reason to schedule a hearing test with us.
- Establishing a Baseline: Baseline hearing examinations provide a reference point for future hearing assessment comparisons, permitting you to monitor changes in your hearing over time.
- Early Diagnosis and Treatment: Problems, such as earwax buildup, or noise-induced hearing loss, can be identified early on by routine hearing exams, preventing additional damage.
- Diagnose Medical Conditions: Hearing loss can sometimes point to inherent medical disorders like diabetes, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, or kidney disease. If you do have one of these disorders, managing it may help your hearing.
Getting answers
Your physical safety, emotional well-being, and social life are some of the extensive consequences of untreated hearing loss. Remaining alert to important sounds of your environment, enjoying social situations, and being able to fully take part in conversations, are all examples of how hearing aids can improve your general quality of life.
Don’t miss out on the sound of a loved one’s voice, your grandchildren’s laughter, or an important work meeting.
Make an appointment for a hearing test with us right away to protect your hearing health and rediscover the sounds that enhance your life.