Recognizing the Signs of Hearing Loss
Signs That Should Alert You
I often ask people to repeat themselves I can no longer follow conversations, especially in noisy environments: restaurants, transport, shopping centres, family meals, etc.
I have difficulty understanding what people are saying to me on the phone. I am asked to turn down the sound when I am watching television.
I hear a continuous whistling or buzzing noise. Certain noises that did not bother me before become annoying: vehicles, dishes, etc.
When You Can't Hear Well
This has direct consequences on social, family and professional life.
We can then try to avoid certain situations (meals with friends, meetings, etc.) at the risk of isolating ourselves.
Because hearing is essential to our most spontaneous mode of exchange: speech.
Hearing Loss Is Not Inevitable
However, hearing loss is not inevitable! Whether it is you or one of your loved ones. There are solutions that can improve your quality of life.
Dare To Talk About It
Your doctor will make an initial assessment and offer you a personalized course of action.
At the same time, hearing aid specialists are there to provide you with practical information, advice and solutions tailored to your needs.
Dare To Wear A Hearing Aid
One of the main concerns for individuals requiring hearing correction is the fear of being noticed while wearing a hearing aid. Manufacturers now recognize more than ever the importance of providing hearing solutions that are truly discreet, even invisible. Depending on the options available, shells are becoming more compact, tubes are thinner, and in-the-ear plates are available in skin tones or black.
The choice of hearing aid type, whether behind-the-ear, micro-behind-the-ear, in-the-ear or deep in-the-ear, depends on the configuration of the auricle and the ear canal. Only the hearing care professional can recommend the appropriate models based on these criteria. For more information on selecting the shape of the hearing aid, please consult us!
