Hearing loss is usually a gradual process, making it easy to overlook the subtle changes in your ability to perceive 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 critical than your eyesight?
Here are 6 reasons to have your hearing tested regularly:
- Spotting the Signs: Potential hearing problems can be exposed by day-to-day situations. Do you frequently need people to repeat what they said? Do you have a hard time hearing in loud settings? Are you constantly turning the volume on your TV up? It’s time for you to get a hearing test if you answered yes to most of these questions.
- Following Guidelines: Until you turn 50, you should get a hearing exam every 10 years and every 3 years after that, according to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
- Family History Matters: It’s even more worthwhile to call us for an appointment if hearing impairment runs in your family.
- Establishing a Baseline: Baseline hearing tests provide a reference point for future hearing assessment comparisons, permitting you to monitor changes in your hearing over time.
- Early Diagnosis and Treatment: Regular hearing tests can discover problems early on, such as earwax accumulation or noise-induced hearing loss, allowing for quick intervention and preventing additional damage.
- Diagnose Medical Conditions: Hearing loss can in some cases signal root medical conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, or kidney disease. Addressing these conditions might improve your hearing.
Getting answers
Your physical safety, emotional well-being, and social life are some of the far-reaching consequences of untreated hearing loss. Remaining alert to important sounds of your environment, enjoying social situations, and being able to fully engage 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.
Schedule a hearing exam with us today to safeguard your hearing health and rediscover the sounds that enrich your life.