SIGNS OF HEARING LOSS

Signs of hearing loss may vary. Individuals notice several different changes, first is normally the volume at which the sound is perceived, then there might be some changes with understanding speech. Individual experiencing hearing loss might hear speech but isn´t able to understand or clear it out from the background noise.

Some signs of hearing loss stand out as more common than others. We gathered some that are frequently noticed. Most common is watching TV or listening to music at really high volume that is too loud for others in the same room or if the hearing loss is worse the volume might disturb even people located on other floor in the building.

Hearing speech when there are three or more people talking in a noisy environment is practically impossible for an individual with hearing loss.

Individuals noticed increased need for repetition of the words said to them while speaker isn´t showing his mouth or if the speech is faster or more quiet than normal.

One of the most common complaints is that speech is heard but misunderstood. Therefore words that sound similar might be heard wrong and individuals fail to understand even simpler sentences.

If you notice any of these signs or your close ones warn you about your hearing book a visit at one of AUDIO BM hearing centers. Alongside with hearing aids we offer free hearing tests and counseling. See the contact information above.