Hearing loss is a problem that can develop at any time. Most often, it is gradual and painless. You may not realize for several years that this problem is affecting you because it develops so slowly that at first it may be barely noticeable. Hearing loss can inhibit your ability to experience the sounds and voices around you.

There are many factors that may affect or cause adult hearing loss, including:

• Long-term exposure to noise
• Heredity
• Illness
• Reactions to medications or treatments
• Injury
• Ear Wax
• Aging

What You Can Do

Your Hearing Care Professional has a great deal of information about hearing aids and hearing loss. They will be able to provide you with the best solution to fit your degree of hearing loss and lifestyle needs.