What to do if you think you have hearing loss
Most people with hearing loss aren’t born with it. Instead, it develops gradually over time, often due to exposure to loud noises, aging, or a combination of both.
Statistics show that hearing loss prevalence doubles with every decade of life. This means:
- 1 in 3 people aged 65-74 experience hearing loss
- Nearly half of those over 75 have it
- 4 in 5 individuals aged 85+
That is, hearing loss is a normal aspect of aging and living life to the fullest.
What to Do If You Have Hearing Loss
- Have Your Hearing Tested
If you suspect hearing loss—either you notice it yourself or loved ones mention it to you—it’s crucial to get tested.
You may begin with an online hearing test or see a hearing care specialist for a proper assessment.
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- Decide Between Ignoring It… or Fixing It
Once you have a diagnosis of hearing loss, you have two choices—ignore it and struggle with the challenges or do something to enhance your hearing.
Avoiding it might be an easy option, but it can result in:
- Repeating conversations or missing subtle daily sounds
- Mishearing crucial information or feeling excluded
- More severe health consequences, such as depression, anxiety, social isolation, and even dementia
Treating it can make a huge difference. Research by organizations such as Johns Hopkins Medicine and Columbia University indicates that hearing aids can:
✅ Reduce the risk of falls, depression, and anxiety
✅ Enhance cognitive function and lower risk of dementia
✅ Improve communication, confidence, and overall well-being
Wearers of hearing aids commonly report feeling more involved, connected, and content—and regret not having addressed their hearing loss earlier!
- See a Hearing Care Professional
The earlier you treat hearing loss, the better! Delaying treatment can cause changes in the brain that make hearing loss more difficult to correct.
You can begin by consulting:
Your doctor or general practitioner
A hearing care professional, such as an audiologist, ENT doctor, or hearing aid specialist
Not sure which specialist is right for you? Learn more about hearing professionals
- Understand Your Hearing Loss
Your first appointment is your opportunity to get clarity on your hearing health. Here’s what to expect:
Paperwork – A health history and hearing questionnaire
Hearing Test – A physical ear examination and a sound booth test
Audiogram Report – A detailed chart of your hearing levels
What’s Next – Discussion of treatment options, including a possible hearing aid demonstration
Taking this step places you on the road to better hearing, better health, and a better quality of life!
Ask to Try Hearing Aids
If your hearing test indicates hearing loss, hearing aids will probably be prescribed. They are the most prevalent treatment available and can benefit most individuals—particularly when they are fitted and adjusted by an experienced practitioner to suit your specific hearing and lifestyle requirements.
Trial Period: The majority of states mandate a 30- to 60-day trial period, and most providers provide it anyway. This trial allows you to see for yourself the advantages of wearing hearing aids in your everyday life.
Request a Customized Solution
Hearing aids are not one-size-fits-all. Obtaining them from a licensed hearing care professional allows you to collaborate to select the ideal solution based on:
Your level of hearing loss
Personal style and feature preferences
Your degree of daily activity
Tip: Ask to try a pair of Edge AI hearing aids—engineered to provide superior sound quality and personalized performance.
Experience the Difference
Wear them in different places during the trial period—at home, outdoors, at work, and at play. This way, you will be able to determine just how much difference it can make. Most users claim that enjoying better hearing has been a life-altering experience for them, so they regret waiting as long as they did before taking action.
Hear Better and Live Better
Once you’ve finished the trial period, you have a simple decision to make:
Without Hearing Aids: Keep struggling with the frustration of untreated hearing loss.
With Hearing Aids: Unlock a life that’s full of richer moments, closer relationships, and enjoying your best life.
To learn more or to book your hearing assessment, contact us at:
+91 9818199042, 9711625806
info@besthearingclinics.com
