Seniors Network

It is a common misconception that hearing loss and hearing problems are resigned to the elderly and the over 60’s community. Although it is very important during this age range to take regular hearing tests, it is also important for anyone in their middle age. It is recommended that you take regular hearing tests from 40 onward. There is no shame in seeking out a hearing test and if you think you are in need of one ask yourself the following first:

When talking on the phone and voices sound muffled then there is a chance you have some level of ear damage or problem that is causing slight hearing loss. Other signs are when you find particular people hard to hear and voices drop off at the end of words.

Even if voices don’t seem muffled their voices may sound quiet. If you ask them to repeat their sentences or ask them to speak more loudly then you might want to consider a hearing test.

If a conversation is difficult in loud spaces because you are unable to distinguish between background noise and a person’s speech you may have a hearing problem.

If more than a few people have commented on how high the volume is on your TV and radio then it may be that you are struggling to listen to sounds at the same level as your friends and family.

All of these points seem obvious, but you’d be surprised that people ignore these as just poor hearing. Taking a hearing test when you spot an issue regularly is the best way to catch any problems before they progress.