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Hearing Loss

Understanding hearing loss

Hearing loss usually happens gradually, so it’s easy to miss. Knowing the signs — and acting early — is the single best thing you can do for your long-term hearing health.

The signs are often subtle

Because hearing loss tends to creep in slowly, it’s frequently the people around you who notice first. You might find yourself turning the television up, struggling to follow conversations in busy places, or asking people to repeat themselves more often than you used to.

Common signs of hearing loss

  • Conversations sound muffled, especially with background noise
  • Turning the TV or radio up louder than others prefer
  • Frequently asking people to repeat themselves
  • Difficulty following group conversations or phone calls
  • Ringing or buzzing in the ears (tinnitus)
  • Feeling tired or drained after socialising from the effort of listening

Types of hearing loss

Sensorineural hearing loss — the most common type — happens when the tiny hair cells in the inner ear are damaged, often through age or noise exposure. Conductive hearing loss is caused by something blocking sound reaching the inner ear, such as earwax or fluid, and can sometimes be treated. Mixed hearing loss is a combination of the two.

Why acting early matters

Addressing hearing loss sooner rather than later helps you stay connected to the people and activities you love. Research also links untreated hearing loss with social isolation and reduced wellbeing, so an early check is well worth it — and our assessments are free and no-obligation.

Noticing a few of these?

A free hearing assessment takes under an hour and gives you clear answers. There’s no pressure and nothing to lose.

Could it be time for a check?

If a few of these feel familiar, a quick assessment is a good idea.

Sounds are muffledSpeech feels unclear, particularly with background noise.
Groups are hard workFollowing more than one voice at once is a struggle.
Ringing in the earsPersistent tinnitus can accompany hearing changes.

Get clear answers about your hearing

Book a free, no-obligation hearing assessment and we’ll explain exactly where you stand.

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