Warning signs of hearing loss can be different for each person.  Some people experience asking people to repeat themselves, turning the TV up too loud, difficulty understanding in groups, etc.  These are all common signs that you may have a hearing loss.  Below are the top ten most common warning signs someone with hearing loss may exhibit:

1. They say people seem to mumble when speaking to them.

2. They ask people to repeat themselves.

3. They’ve been told they speak too loudly.

4. Family or friends complain that they have volume of the radio or TV up too loud.

5. They no longer hear normal household sounds, such as the dripping of a faucet, the ringing of a doorbell, or turn signals on a car.

6. They have difficulty understanding conversation when in a large group or crowd.

7. They say they can hear, but have trouble understanding all the words in a conversation.

8. They find telephone conversation increasingly difficult.

9. They have trouble hearing when their back is turned to the speaker.

10. They may experience ringing in their ears.

If you or a loved one are experiencing any of these warning signs, it is important to get a hearing test. A hearing test will determine if hearing amplification/hearing aids are needed to hear better. Schedule a FREE hearing test with us today.