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3 Signs That You Need to Get a Hearing Test Done

  • December 1, 2020
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Do you think you’re having some difficulty with your hearing? Perhaps you’re turning the television up louder than you used to, or you’re asking others to repeat themselves often during conversations. These are all signs you could be battling with your hearing.

Hearing loss can creep up on you. Many times, you may not notice the signs that you’re not hearing as well as you should, even if others are pointing them out to you. Due to the unnecessary stigma associated with wearing hearing aids, you may be in denial that you need help. While avoiding the subject is understandable, you may be missing out on a better quality of life. Read on to find out some of the signs that you need a hearing test.

1. Asking Others to Repeat Themselves

Do you struggle to hear other people talking to you because of background noise? This could be a clear sign you’re battling with hearing loss. It’s normal to ask people to repeat something they’ve said, especially if you’re in a noisy setting. However, if you find yourself doing it often then you need a hearing test.

Good hearing allows you to take in speech in most environments, quiet or noisy. When your hearing starts to deteriorate, you may be battling to understand consonants adequately. 

2. Moving Your Body to Hear

Sometimes, when you want to hear something better, you may lean forward to the person talking. You could also find yourself twisting your body to listen better to someone in a conversation. How about all the times you cup your ear to keep the background noise out while trying to hear your friend talk? These are all signs you’re not hearing properly and getting a hearing test may be a good idea.

3. You’re Exhausted After a Conversation

Persistent fatigue could be a sign you’re battling with hearing loss. Straining to hear, even when you’re not aware you’re doing it, can leave you feeling exhausted. It takes extra energy to engage in a conversation when you’re battling to listen. You may find yourself constantly moving your body to hear better and asking others to repeat themselves. It takes you more effort to participate in a conversation and you find yourself feeling worn out.

4. You Miss Out On Important Sounds

A knock at the door, an alarm or a doorbell is part of daily life, but try to count how many times you’ve missed these sounds over the past month. Do people tell you they’ve knocked without you hearing anything? You could miss out on a visitor, but in extreme situations this can also put your life at risk, like if you don’t hear a smoke alarm. This demonstrates the importance of having your hearing checked regularly.

Final Thoughts

If you find that your hearing is suffering, you can start to rectify this issue by taking an online hearing test with a professional clinic such as Helix Hearing Care. This test will highlight levels of hearing loss and whether you should make an appointment with an audiologist. Remember, with today’s technology it only takes a small aid to transform your hearing capacity, so don’t let unnecessary stigmas keep you from experiencing life to the full.

By taking responsibility for your hearing loss, you’ll be able to manage and cope better when working or socializing. 

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