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Turning up the volume on the radio or TV is not only
annoying to others, it is the most common sign of an untreated hearing
loss
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Background noise can make it especially hard for
those with a hearing loss. The first warning sign of a hearing loss is the
inability to focus on one in the presence of noise.
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While traveling in the car or by other means road and
wind noise can make it difficult to understand a conversation. It is also
very dangerous to sift your attention away from the road.
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Accusing others of mumbling or not speaking clearly
is a sure sign of a hearing loss. Frequently the phrase "I can hear
fine, I just can't understand" is a common statement.
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Social occasions are very difficult for a person to
understand in, especially when there is group conversations, or
music. It very common for the person suffering from an untreated
hearing loss to avoid these environments. Often they will either not
participate in, or at the other extreme dominate the discussions.
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Warning sounds like sirens, horns and oncoming
traffic are often missed due to an untreated hearing loss.
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Hearing from a distance diminishes as our hearing
does. It can be very difficult to hear in church, theaters or auditoriums.
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A hearing loss is much more noticeable to those
around you than a hearing aid. Cupping you hand around you ear will boost
the levels by about 6dB. While that makes things twice as loud it's no substitute
for a properly fit hearing aid. |
