What are the signs of hearing loss? |
- Hearing conversation but not understanding it
- Ringing or roaring in the ears
- Increasing the volume of the radio or TV to the point that others complain
- Difficulty hearing in background noise
- The need to frequently ask others to repeat themselves
- Feeling that people are mumbling when they are talking
- Avoiding social settings and withdrawing from conversations
- Avoiding talking on the telephone because the volume is inadequate
Other reasons to have your hearing tested include
- Pain in the ear
- Sudden onset hearing loss
- Unexplained dizziness
- Pressure or fullness in your ears
- Chronic ear infections