Hearing FAQ
Do you frequently ask to repeat the said words? Do you tune up the radio or television louder than others? Do speech by other people often sound muted or as if they are mumbling to you? Do you experience a ringing sound in your ears? Do you find men’s voice easier to understand as compared to female’s? Does the hearing problem make you feel embarrassed when you meet new people? Do you have trouble hearing the telephone? Do you find it difficult to follow a conversation in a noisy restaurant or in a crowded room? Did you have any significant exposure to noise at workplace? Does having hearing problems cause you to feel depressed?
Hearing aids fill the gap created by a hearing loss by receiving and amplifying sound. Four basic components are common to all hearing aids:
- Microphone to receive sound
- Amplifier to strengthen electrical impulses
- Receiver (speaker) to translate impulses into louder sounds
- Battery to power the system
Many people do not accept help for hearing loss because it is wrongly associated with aging. Some fear admitting they are getting older. Others may have heard about negative experiences with hearing aids. Modern hearing aid technology has improved drastically. Each person’s hearing loss and listening needs are different, leading to different experiences.
Hearing aids can be selected based on circuit and size:
- Circuits: Analog, Programmable, Digital
- Sizes: BTE (Behind The Ear), RITE, ITE, ITC, CIC
If you have hearing loss in both ears, it’s recommended to use hearing aids in both ears to receive maximum benefit.
Your hearing aid is preset to a safe maximum amplification level. Loud sounds are amplified less than softer sounds, and you may need time to adjust to loud sounds.
A hearing aid enhances sound but does not fully restore hearing. You may need to re-educate your brain to recognize environmental sounds and practice selective listening. Wear the hearing aid regularly to become skilled at recognizing sound direction and adjusting settings.
Hearing aid shells may look alike, but internal components differ. Different circuits (digital, programmable) and smaller sizes can increase cost.
A hearing aid typically lasts 5-8 years.
Battery life depends on size:
- 10 size: 60-80 hours
- 312 size: 100-150 hours
- 13 size: 180-200 hours
- 675 size: 250-280 hours
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