We all remember getting our hearing checked as children. Well checkups may have included a hearing screening and sometimes quick screenings were done in elementary schools. As we age, routine hearing screenings fall off so now you likely have not had your hearing checked unless you have had hearing difficulties.
The fact is, annual hearing screenings may not be necessary for everyone, but they are critical for those who have hearing loss, and occasional checks can be beneficial for others depending upon medical issues and environmental concerns.
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When was the last time you had your hearing checked? At least 80% of adults over 50 report not having their hearing checked in at least two years, and for most, even longer than that, according to national polls. Women are more likely than men to have gone several years without a hearing test.
Here’s a list of tips if you aren’t sure whether a screening is for you.
- For young adults and up to age 40, if your hearing has been normal and you aren’t experiencing any changes or any noticeable hearing loss, a screening every three to five years is sufficient.
- Adults 60 and over should get their hearing checked annually even if no hearing difficulties are evident. This is because age-related hearing loss is often missed as we go about our daily lives, yet one in three adults does have some hearing loss.
- At any age, annual hearing screenings should be part of your routine if you work in a noisy environment, such as construction, or frequently participate in loud activities, such as hunting or concerts.
- If you are being treated for hearing loss or wear hearing aids, regular screenings are critical to monitor your condition and adjust your treatment as your hearing changes.
The importance of hearing screening in Akron OH
Hearing loss can create an isolating environment for those who experience it. Unfortunately, gradual hearing loss can mean the patient has lost a lot even before they realize they are having problems. Depression, anxiety, and injury can be the result if hearing problems are allowed to progress without treatment.
For those who may be experiencing other medical issues, a hearing screening may help with uncovering these problems and ultimately correcting the hearing difficulty. Both diabetes and high blood pressure have been linked to hearing loss and in some cases treatment has improved those hearing problems.
If you are experiencing hearing loss or believe you may benefit from a hearing screening, contact Hear-Again Hearing for a full evaluation, or click here to learn more about the services and treatments available from Hear-Again.