By Mr. Krishnakumar G, CEO & Founder at HearFon, Hearing & Speech Clinic
Hearing loss isn’t something that happens overnight, it is a gradual process. Often, the early signs of hearing loss are overlooked and the person experiencing it will usually not notice any of these symptoms and eventually get accustomed to low hearing ability. However, the people around him or her are often the ones who notice these changes first. People usually lose upto 7years of time in accepting that they have a hearing problem. Even if they start disregarding these early signs, it might lead to profound deafness that otherwise could be treated.
Vinita, an IT professional, suffered sensorineural hearing loss at the age of 25. Her negligence towards the hearing problem overshadowed the importance of detecting and treating it and sadly her hearing condition deteriorated when she entered her 30s. Majority of the people suffering from hearing disabilities are often left untreated because of the unacceptance which later worsens the condition. The hesitation to be associated with hearing loss at a young age forced her not to go for a check-up, however, this in turn became a major problem in her life.
Hearing loss can be divided into 3 types depending on which part of the ear has been damaged, the middle ear, inner ear or both. They are classified as:
The symptoms of hearing loss are usually subtle and are avoided in most of the cases. One needs to understand them to be able to identify it. In the beginning, most of the people face issues in hearing some specific sounds. Also, due to its slow progression, it gets even more difficult to realise it. So if you find anyone around or yourself with any of these symptoms, it is advisable to get it diagnosed at the earliest.
Here are a few of the signs that acts as an indicator of hearing problems:
Accepting that you may have a hearing disability is the most difficult part. We often tend to blame other people or circumstances for its cause. This may not only affect your health but negatively impact your social life and interfere with your communication. It is always advisable to not ignore these signs and take appropriate measures to prevent further damage to the ear. If any of these symptoms prevail, consult an audiologist and arrange for a hearing test at the earliest.
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