Should I Get a Hearing Test?

When should you get a hearing assessment? Here are a few indications that suggest you should have your hearing tested.

Recently, my kids complained about how loud my television was. Do you want to know what I said to them? I said, “What?!” It was meant to be humorous. But there’s nothing funny about untreated hearing loss. The volume of the TV has been escalating. And I began to question whether I should set up a hearing exam.

There aren’t many reasons not to schedule a hearing test. They’re non-intrusive, they don’t involve any radiation, and you can be at ease without worries about your level of comfort. Just take a quick moment to book an appointment.

Thinking about how much untreated hearing loss can influence your health, it’s important to be more vigilant about it.

You should have your hearing assessed if you notice these signs

If you’ve recently noticed any symptoms of hearing loss, it’s most likely a good plan to get a professional hearing screening. If it’s difficult to hear, it likely means there’s significant hearing impairment.

• It’s hard to hear in noisy places: Have you ever been to a crowded or noisy room and had difficulty keeping up with the conversation because of all the background noise? It’s possible that this could be an indication of impaired hearing.
• People always seem to be talking unclearly: The issue might not always be volume but rather clarity.
• You’re always missing text messages: Your phone is made to be loud. So, if you’re always missing calls or text messages, it could be because you’re noy hearing them.
• Relentless ringing sound: A continuous sensation of ringing in your ears, referred to as tinnitus, is frequently an indication of damage to your hearing.

Here are a few other situations that suggest you should arrange a hearing assessment:

• Your ear hasn’t cleared after an infection
• You have a buildup of earwax you can’t clear by yourself
• Medications you’re using might be damaging your hearing
• Identifying where sounds are originating from can be challenging
• You’re experiencing balance problems

Regular checkups

Even if you aren’t observing any noticeable symptoms, it’s still important to schedule routine hearing tests.

• It is encouraged to have a baseline test completed after reaching the age of 21.
• If your hearing is normal, get hearing assessments every three years.
• If you display signs of hearing impairment, have it evaluated immediately and then annually afterwards.

Regular screenings can help you detect hearing loss before any warnings appear. The earlier you get treatment, the better you’ll be able to maintain your hearing in the long run. This means you should probably turn your TV down and set up a hearing test.