Hearing Loss

What can I expect when I come in for hearing test?  And what are consequences if I don’t get my hearing tested?

800 million people in the world are affected by hearing loss - By 2015 it is estimated to be 1.1 billion.

·        65% have mild hearing loss

·        30% moderate loss

·        5% severe or profound loss

About 1/3 of people with hearing loss are of retirement age.  The majority are school and working age.  It’s not a symptom of just the older generation. More and more young people experience hearing loss, mainly due to excessive noise levels and listening to music too loud (i.e. MP3 players, etc.)

Only 1 in 5 who would benefit from hearing aids actually use one.  On the average, people with hearing loss wait almost 10 years before doing something about it. 

Your quality of life can be affected.  Hearing loss can cause physical consequences such as tiredness or fatigue, headaches, vertigo.  Get your hearing tested.

Call 218-454-(EARS)3277 for an appointment today!

Enjoy your day!

Dr. Sarah Nelson