Hearing health is so important. Losing your hearing can hinder your quality of life, especially if you don’t lack the right treatment. Some people may not be aware that they have underlying hearing loss issues. Thus, it is always important to be aware of the signs and get a hearing test regularly. For those unaware of the signs of poor hearing health, keep reading. 

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  • Issues with hearing on the telephone

 

Not being able to hear what someone on the other end of the telephone line is saying properly might be a clear sign that you have hearing issues. If the sound is muffled or you often ask them to repeat themselves, then you might want to consider getting your hearing checked. An assessment will clearly show if you have a hearing issue or it is the fault of your telephone.

  • Following along with a conversation

 

Struggling to follow along with a conversation could indicate that you are losing your hearing abilities. You might struggle to keep up with what someone is saying or lose concentration. Both of which can be signs of hearing loss. 

  • Neighbors complain about loud TV and radio sounds

 

If your neighbors often complain that the noises from your house are too loud and you are unaware of them, it could be a sign that you are having the TV up too loud because you cannot hear it. Be polite, turn it down, and get your hearing checked. 

 

Sounds that are too loud will actually affect your hearing over time, so it is always best to keep it at a normal volume level. 

  • Asking people to repeat themselves

 

If you are an attentive listener yet find yourself asking people to repeat themselves, then you might be experiencing hearing loss. Not being able to hear what someone is saying when they are right in front of you means that your hearing is impaired.

  • Tired from conversating

 

Being tired from having a conversation could be due to trying to decipher what someone is saying and easily losing focus, which are both signs of poor hearing health. Fatigue from talking could also be due to struggling to hear what you are saying to the other person. 

  • You ask “what?” all of the time

 

Asking some “what?” all of the time is a clear sign that you are losing your hearing. It might be that you lose focus too, which can also be a sign of hearing loss. Get your hearing checked to make sure it is not just your attitude. 

  • People suggest that you don’t speak clearly 

 

A common sign of hearing loss is not speaking properly. You might not be aware of it yourself, but others might pick up on it. If someone suggests that you are not speaking as clear as you used too then it will be useful to get your hearing abilities assessed. 

  • You have trouble hearing what high pitches voices are saying

 

Some people that experience hearing loss can only hear low tone noises, such as male voices and humming. Many people that experience hearing loss has a hard time hearing or understanding high pitch noises such as children, women, and ringing noises. Not being able to hear or understand high pitch noises might indicate that you have lost your hearing abilities. 

  • Misunderstand what people say

 

Trying to decipher what someone is saying due to miscommunication might be a clear sign that you are experiencing hearing difficulties. It might be the way the person is talking, their dialect, or speed of speech. Thus, it is a good idea to get it checked or chat with someone else to see if you are experiencing the same issue.

  • Easily frustrated in conversation

 

Becoming easily frustrated in a conversation due to a lack of understanding, hearing, or focus could be due to losing your hearing health. If you find yourself getting irritated mid-conversation, hearing loss might be the issue. 

 

How to improve your hearing health

Acknowledging the symptoms of poor hearing health is a starting point. Then, getting your hearing assessed by an audiologist is the next step. Even if your signs seem minor, it is best to get your hearing checked so that it doesn’t affect your quality of life. 

 

For more information on how to improve your hearing health, here are some tips.

 

Remove earwax

A build-up of earwax might be affecting your hearing abilities. Removing it safely will improve your hearing and prevent a blockage, which can lead to ear infections. Ensure that you are gentle when removing earwax as rupturing the eardrum can lead to worse ear health. 

 

See an audiologist

Booking in for regular checkups with an audiologist will ensure that your hearing and ear health is always in check. They will assess your hearing and give you the best treatment options, should you need them. 

 

Train your ears

During an audiologist assessment, they will use methods to assess and train your ears. Techniques such as detecting noises and understanding a conversation with music playing are some of the tests. These tests can also be performed alone outside of the appointment to train your ears. 

 

Exercise daily

Daily exercise will improve the blood and oxygen flow throughout your body. Your ears require both for good health. A gentle yoga session or walk is enough to get the blood pumping and oxygen flowing for better ear health. 

 

Decrease your audio

Listening to the TV, music, or the radio too loudly can affect your hearing. Although effects might not be instant, they can take effect over time. Thus, always keep your volume to a good level to protect your ears and reduce the risk of hearing loss.

 

Learning to maintain and improve your hearing health will ensure that you are less vulnerable to hearing loss and overall poor ear health. Understanding and acknowledging the signs of poor hearing will help you get help quickly so that you can improve the quality of your hearing and your life. Never dismiss the signs as it can lead to worsening your hearing health.