A range of factors influence hearing ability, including noise exposure in an environment, earwax in the ear canal, ear infections and the normal ageing process. You might consider testing your hearing only as you become older, however, hearing may also be influenced by conditions such as hypertension, cholesterol, diabetes, arthritis, hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism. For this reason, you may consider testing your hearing earlier in life as part of your general health assessment.
Not sure whether to test your hearing? Start with this checklist:
- Do people seem to mumble or speak softer than before?
- Do you struggle to follow conversations in a crowded or noisy environment?
- Has someone close to you suggested that you have your hearing tested?
- Do you turn the TV volume louder than before?
- Do you often ask people to repeat themselves?
If you answered YES to any of these questions, it is time to book a professional hearing test. The good news is that the earlier you know your hearing status, the sooner you can take corrective steps if necessary to improve your hearing!
Looking forward to seeing you for a hearing evaluation at your next general health check up!
About Strauss Audiology
Strauss Audiology is a professional audiology business in the northern suburbs of Cape Town, offering expert, effective hearing advice that is tailored to clients’ unique hearing needs. We conduct hearing evaluations, hearing tests and vertigo assessments, and provide a range of solutions to improve and protect clients’ hearing. This includes providing hearing aids to Cape Town clients. With 16 years of experience, and with the qualifications and certifications to deliver leading hearing care, you can trust us to take care of your hearing needs.
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