Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is a common condition, especially as we get older.
Sudden onset hearing loss could be due to a build up of wax, perforated ear drum or an infection. Contact us to discuss an Ear Health Check or Wax Removal appointment.
Gradual loss of hearing in one or both ears could be due to aging or damage caused by exposure to loud noises over a long period of time. Contact us today to discuss a Hearing Test appointment.
- difficulty hearing other people clearly and misunderstanding what they say, especially in noisy places
- asking people to repeat themselves
- listening to music or watching TV with the volume higher than other people need
- difficulty hearing on the phone
- finding it hard to keep up with a conversation
- feeling tired or stressed from having to concentrate while listening
Treatment will always depend on the cause of the hearing loss. Infections can be treated with antibiotics. Permanent hearing loss can need hearing aids or implants.
A build up of ear wax can be treated in a number of ways but the gold standard is microsuction. Ear drops or sprays can be used to soften the wax and these can work with microsuction to help soften the wax before being removed.
Which ever treatment is best for your cause of hearing loss, an Ear Health Check or a Hearing Test can help diagnose the problem and start you on the right path to a successful treatment.