What is hearing loss, and what are the signs that you may have it?
Who has hearing loss?
Millions of Americans suffer from mild, severe, or profound hearing loss. While there are many causes of hearing loss, the most common are aging and noise-induced hearing damage.
Curious if you or a loved one has signs of hearing loss? Check your hearing from the comfort of home with Beltone's online hearing screening.
If the screening reveals a potential hearing loss, there are many treatment options available.
Causes and impacts of hearing loss
Prolonged exposure to noise and getting older top the list for the causes of hearing loss. Other culprits include ear infections, genetics, head injuries, certain medications, Tinnitus, and illnesses such as meningitis and Alzheimer’s disease.
Letting a hearing loss go untreated can have a ripple effect. An inability to hear words clearly can negatively affect your family, social, and work lives, and can actually harm your overall health.
Hearing aids to the rescue
Modern hearing aids are tiny, refined, electronic wonders that use the latest technology including weather resistance and Bluetooth® wireless connectivity. There’s a Beltone hearing aid for every lifestyle and type of hearing loss.
What to do if you suspect hearing loss
We know this decision can feel overwhelming. Come in to your local Beltone office and talk to us. Our hearing care professional will perform a comprehensive exam, assess your level of hearing loss, and discuss options for treatment.