Roughly 1 in 3 people develop hearing loss gradually over time. There are many signs that may suggest hearing loss. Needing people to repeat themselves, misunderstanding what others say, and elevated TV volume are very common reasons why family members encourage people to go to the doctor. Having difficulty hearing when there is background noise and ringing in the ears are other frequent issues that people cause people to seek a hearing evaluation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Every state now requires a hearing screen before a newborn is discharged from the hospital. Occasionally, the result of that screening test can be \u201cfailed,\u201d \u201creferred,\u201d or \u201crepeat.\u201d This may be caused by something as simple as fluid blocking the ear canal or middle ear space. Fluid related hearing screening failures may resolve in a matter of only a few days. If your child continues to fail hearing screens as an infant, more detailed testing can be done to find the cause of the loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are many types of genetic hearing loss that run in families. Some start to affect the hearing as early as grade school, while others do not appear until later in adulthood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Noise-related hearing loss can affect people at any age. It is possible that the noise from a single gunshot can permanently damage your hearing. There are also many types of medicines that can lead to hearing loss: certain IV antibiotics, water pills, aspirin, and some cancer drugs. Occasionally, someone will complain of hearing loss that happened suddenly or overnight. All these types of hearing loss are the result of damaged hearing nerves. If hearing loss is ever sudden, time is critical: better outcomes and recovery are typically associated with prompt treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are many additional causes of a temporary hearing loss. Wax build up is one of the most common and quickest to correct. Ear infections can cause a hearing loss by obstructing the ear canal or preventing the normal eardrum vibration. Eustachian tube dysfunction may make you feel like you are on an airplane with muffled hearing and the sensation that you need to pop your ears.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Seeking medical attention as soon as possible is recommended in order to treat the time-sensitive causes and to get your hearing better as fast as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s easy to put off a hearing test, but nearly all hearing loss is progressive. It doesn\u2019t get better on its own. The sooner a loss is diagnosed, the more successful treatment will be, and treatment doesn\u2019t just affect your hearing; it can help combat cognitive problems as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You\u2019re in control; schedule a hearing test and improve your connection to the world around you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The ability to communicate clearly is one of the most valuable gifts you can give to another person, but it’s so much more difficult to do when you have trouble hearing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Imagine understanding words the first time they\u2019re spoken and clearly following every conversation, whether you’re in a crowded restaurant or exercising with a friend. How would better hearing change the way you interact with people and the world?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our only goal is to help you live life to the fullest, and that means hearing every laugh, bark, and breeze while you do what you love with the ones you love. At Midwest ENT Centre, you\u2019ve got a specialist in your corner who\u2019s ready to help you hear everything your world has to offer. Schedule an appointment today. Content CTA Placeholder<\/p>\n\n\n\n