Age related hearing loss occurs gradually, making it difficult to recognize. One of the first places individuals with hearing loss struggle to hear is in environments with background noise. Another common symptom of hearing loss is asking for repetition. Not hearing certain sounds can make it difficult to hear what is being communicated to you.
Like many conditions, catching hearing loss early and treating it appropriately brings about the best outcomes. The longer the auditory processing centers of the brain go without stimulation, the less it is able to process when sound is amplified properly.
If you feel like you are struggling to hear, an online hearing tests (https://www.widex.com/en-us/service/hearing-test/) can provide you with an idea where your hearing levels are and if you should see a professional.
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