Do you or someone you know have a hearing loss? Not sure what to look for?
Signs and symptoms of hearing loss may include:
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Muffling of speech and other sounds
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Difficulty understanding words, especially against background noise or in a crowd of people
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Trouble hearing consonants
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Frequently asking others to speak more slowly, clearly and loudly
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Needing to turn up the volume of the television or radio
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Withdrawal from conversations
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Avoidance of some social settings
When to see a doctor
- If you have a sudden loss of hearing, particularly in one ear, seek immediate medical attention.
- Talk to your doctor if difficulty hearing is interfering with your daily life. Your hearing may have deteriorated if:
- You find that it’s harder to understand everything that’s said in conversation, especially when there’s background noise
- Sounds seem muffled
- You find yourself having to turn the volume higher when you listen to music, the radio or television
