Getting older often means changes in your body, like sagging skin, wrinkles, or lower metabolism. However, a common yet lesser discussed sign of aging is hearing loss. Thanks to its slow onset, you may not even realize you suffer from hearing loss at all. Find out about the signs and symptoms of hearing loss and when a hearing screening becomes necessary with Woodridge Clinic in Woodridge, Lemont, or Lombard, IL.
Am I suffering from hearing loss?
Hearing loss often progresses gradually, making it hard for many patients to realize they suffer from this condition. However, becoming aware of the tell-tale signs of hearing loss can help you determine whether you should speak with your doctor about your hearing. These signs and symptoms include:
- asking people to repeat themselves often
- you feel as though those around you mumble
- you have difficulty hearing the other party over the phone
- you have difficulty hearing others in a crowded area such as a restaurant
- those around you often tell you the TV or radio is very loud, but you disagree
- feeling like you need to concentrate very hard on having a conversation
Should I have a hearing screening?
If you feel as though you suffer from hearing loss, a hearing screening can confirm your condition and measure its severity. During the screening, you will wear a pair of headphones, through which you will hear sounds at different frequencies. You will indicate in which ear you hear the sound and your doctor will record your results. If the test finds that you suffer from hearing loss, your doctor may suggest treatment such as a hearing aid.
Hearing Aids in Woodridge, Lemont, or Lombard, IL
Hearing aids come in all shapes and sizes. Hearing aid styles vary from over-the-ear types to smaller aids which fit entirely within the ear canal. Choosing the right one for you is easy with a consultation with your doctor at Woodridge Clinic.
For more information on hearing screenings, please contact your physician at Woodridge Clinic in Woodridge, Lemont, or Lombard, IL. To schedule an appointment, call 630-910-1177 for the Woodridge location, 630-620-6225 for the Lombard location, or 630-754-8710 for the Lemont location today!