Do you doubt your hearing?
Often it is our neighbors who point out that we no longer hear as sharp as before. Initially, we can deny or reject these comments. Here are some claims to consider:
- Do you have to ask for a repeat of what is being said?
- Do you have to turn up the volume of the TV or radio?
- Do you catch yourself speaking louder because you think others can't understand you?
- Do you miss conversations often or can't you follow them in noisy environments?
- Do you hear ambient sounds, like the rustling of leaves or bird songs, no more?
- Do you experience a constant ringing of ears or a beep in your ear?
If any of these claims apply to you, there is a good chance that you are hearing impaired to some extent. Continue reading to find out more.
If none of these claims apply to you, it is still important to protect your hearing to prevent hearing loss.
What exactly does hearing impairment mean?
Hearing impaired not only means that you do not hear sounds properly. It may also mean that your sounds are not good enough.less sharp or right Sharper hear normal. Often loud sounds are extra loud while soft sounds can be more difficult to hear.
Sometimes hearing impairment is accompanied by side noises such as noise or beeping, which is also called ear ringing or tinnitus.
At a young age, hearing impairment may cause speech development disturbance, while untreated hearing loss at later age is associated with dementia. So do not hesitate to take action for too long. Read more about the symptoms of hearing loss.
What causes hearing impairment?
Hearing usually starts to decrease gradually from about 30 years of age, so old age is a common cause of hearing impairment. This process usually occurs with people aged 50 and over who sometimes think they are too young for hearing aids. But the sooner you do something about hearing loss, the more effective it can be.
It is important to know that hearing impairment is also becoming more common in young people nowadays, for example by exposure to too loud music.
Finally, hearing loss can also be caused by Heredity or specific medical factors, and sometimes the cause is unknown. These different causes lead to different types of hearing loss.
In short, you don't have to feel old when you notice your hearing is deteriorating.
What are the consequences of hearing impairment?
The consequences of hearing damage must not be underestimated, and it can lead not only to shame but also to the risk of a serious accident.mental exhaustive Your brain needs to work harder to process sounds, which can lead to social isolation. Your environment may not always understand your situation and may get frustrated because they have to talk repeatedly or because you lack important information. Try to speak openly with your surroundings about how hearing impairment affects you and how you can find a viable solution together.
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