Hearing Aid FAQs

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How Common is Hearing Loss?

Hearing loss is very common. Among adults between the ages of 65-75 in the U.S., about one-third suffer from some degree of hearing loss. Above the age of 75, this jumps to about half. However, older adults are not the only population who suffer hearing loss. At least 17% of all adults in the U.S. report that they have some degree of hearing loss.

Do Loud Noises Cause Hearing Loss?

Noise is a significant cause of hearing loss. Frequent exposure to loud noise causes permanent damage to the inner ear and can cause tinnitus, or chronic ringing, buzzing, or clicking in the ears. Many people who work in loud environments or have frequently been exposed to loud noise over their lifetime experience some degree of hearing loss.

How Can I Protect My Ears from Noise?

It is possible to prevent hearing loss form loud noises. As much as possible, avoid loud noises from lawnmowers, motorcycles, or firecrackers. When this cannot be avoided, wear hearing protection such as earplugs.

What Are Signs of Hearing Loss?

Some common signs of hearing loss are difficulty hearing while talking on the telephone or watching television, struggling to understand a conversation with background noise or when multiple people are talking, feeling as though others are mumbling or frequently misunderstanding them, or needing to ask others to repeat themselves. In addition, you may face consistent ringing, hissing, buzzing, clicking, or similar sounds in your ears due to a condition called tinnitus. If you experience these issues, schedule an appointment for a free hearing test.

Does Hearing Loss Affect Young People?

While most hearing loss patients are older, many children, teenagers, or young adults may face hearing loss as well.

Does Medication Cause Hearing Loss?

Certain medications, such as chemotherapy drugs, can cause damage to the inner ear resulting in hearing loss. Other medications like non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or certain antibiotics, may cause temporary hearing loss. If you are concerned that a medication is causing hearing loss, talk to the doctor who prescribed it or schedule an appointment at Georgia Hearing Aid Factory Outlet.

What are Common Problems with Hearing Aids?

Some common issues found with hearing aids are whistling or feedback, pressure in the ear or a “plugged” sensation, and your own voice sounding strange. If you face these issues, they may be correctable through a hearing aid repair or by adjusting the settings of your hearing aids.

How Do Hearing Aids Work?

Hearing aids work by detecting sound through a microphone, then amplifying that sound directly to the ear.

Is Hearing Loss Genetic?

Genetic factors can be a factor in hearing loss, making you more susceptible to hearing loss as you age.

Will Wearing Headphones Damage My Hearing?

Wearing headphones while listening to music or other types of audio will not damage your hearing if you keep your device at a reasonable volume.