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What types of questions should I ask my Audiologist?

  1. What is my type of hearing loss?
  2. Will it get worse?
  3. Is my type of hearing loss genetic?
  4. Did (or can) diet and medication affect my hearing?
  5. What can I do to protect my hearing from further damage?

Does it matter which ear the hearing loss is in?

Those with greater hearing loss in the left ear may find themselves less able to understand a family member’s moods or arguments while those with greater hearing loss in the right ear may lose some of their logical reasoning abilities.

How often do you need to check or adjust my hearing aids?

Think of the last time you used a pair of binoculars. Remember how the image you were viewing came into focus as you adjusted the lens? Hearing aids can be similar. It may take a few adjustments in order to help you hear your best. Each hearing center will have a different philosophy on what kind of follow up is best for their patients.

What kind of hearing aids are available to me?

Hearing aids are available in a variety of sizes and shapes, from instruments that fit behind the ear to instruments that totally fit within the ear canal and are minimally visible. Your audiologist will help you choose the best instrument according to your needs and your budget.

What is making my Tinnitus worse?

The exact cause of tinnitus is not known in every case. However, there are several likely factors that may worsen tinnitus. These include:

 

    1. Noise-induced hearing loss
    2. Wax build-up in the ear canal
    3. Certain medications
    4. Ear or sinus infections
    5. Age-related hearing loss
    6. Ear diseases and disorders
    7. Jaw misalignment
    8. Cardiovascular disease
    9. Certain types of tumors
    10. Thyroid disorders
    11. Head and neck trauma

What are my treatment options for Tinnitus?

Depending on the severity and underlying condition causing the tinnitus, there are several treatments available to improve the perception of unwanted noise. The most common treatments for tinnitus include:

 

    1. Hearing aids with tinnitus-masking features
    2. Tinnitus retraining therapy
    3. Sound therapy
    4. Avoidance measures
    5. Avoidance of certain medications
    6. Behavioral therapy

How do I know if I have hearing loss?

1. Take our free online hearing test.

2. You have a hard time hearing loved ones.

3. You have a hard time hearing people on the phone.

4. You prefer to listen to TV or music louder than others.

When should I get hearing aids?

As soon as you or a loved one expereinces hearing loss you should visit an audiologist.

What is an Audiologist?

Audiologists are healthcare professionals who provide patient-centered care in the prevention, identification, diagnosis, and evidence-based treatment of hearing, balance, and other auditory disorders for people of all ages.

What kind of hearing aids are available to me?

Hearing aids are available in a variety of sizes and shapes, from instruments that fit behind the ear to instruments that totally fit within the ear canal and are minimally visible. Your audiologist will help you choose the best instrument according to your needs and your budget.

What is making my Tinnitus worse?

The exact cause of tinnitus is not known in every case. However, there are several likely factors that may worsen tinnitus. These include:

 

    1. Noise-induced hearing loss
    2. Wax build-up in the ear canal
    3. Certain medications
    4. Ear or sinus infections
    5. Age-related hearing loss
    6. Ear diseases and disorders
    7. Jaw misalignment
    8. Cardiovascular disease
    9. Certain types of tumors
    10. Thyroid disorders
    11. Head and neck trauma

What are my treatment options for Tinnitus?

Depending on the severity and underlying condition causing the tinnitus, there are several treatments available to improve the perception of unwanted noise. The most common treatments for tinnitus include:

 

    1. Hearing aids with tinnitus-masking features
    2. Tinnitus retraining therapy
    3. Sound therapy
    4. Avoidance measures
    5. Avoidance of certain medications
    6. Behavioral therapy

How common is hearing loss in children?

About 2 to 3 out of every 1,000 children in the United States are born with a detectable level of hearing loss in one or both ears.

Is it uncommon for me to be experiencing hearing issues?

Approximately 15% of American adults (37.5 million) aged 18 and over report some trouble hearing.

As I get older, will my hearing continue to deteriorate?

Age is the strongest predictor of hearing loss among adults aged 20-69, with the greatest amount of hearing loss in the 60 to 69 age group.

My relative has hearing loss but does not want to go in for an appointment. How important is getting them setup with a hearing aid?

Among adults aged 70 and older with hearing loss who could benefit from hearing aids, fewer than one in three (30 percent) has ever used them. Even fewer adults aged 20 to 69 (approximately 16 percent) who could benefit from wearing hearing aids have ever used them.

Can hearing loss impact my career?

Those with unaided hearing loss earned on average $20,000 less annually than those who used hearing
aids or cochlear implants. Book an appointment with us today!

What is that ringing in my ears?

Roughly 10% of Americans experience Tinnitus. Tinnitus is defined as a buzzing, ringing or similar noise that an individual can hear in the absence of a source of the sound. And 25 million Americans report experiencing tinnitus for five or more continuous minutes in the past year. Every year, 16 million people seek medical attention for tinnitus.4 Although tinnitus isn’t hearing loss, there is a strong association between the two conditions. Often, tinnitus can be helped with hearing aids – many hearing aids have special settings to mask tinnitus.