Signs of Hearing Loss

Although people experiencing hearing loss rarely exhibit any signs, here are some that could potentially occur:

• Hearing sounds as muffled.
• Asking someone to repeat what they said.
• Needing to look at someone to hear what he/she is saying.
• Feeling fatigued at the end of the day.
• Experiencing headaches.
• Listening to the TV or radio at a higher volume.
• Hearing a ringing, roaring, hissing, or buzzing sound.
• Feeling pain or irritation in your ear.
• Leaking of pus or fluid from the ear.
• Feeling of vertigo (off-balance), light-headedness, or dizziness.
• Experiencing nausea.

This is not a complete list of hearing loss signs; consult with a medical professional if you are concerned about your hearing.

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