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About Hearing Aids Did you know that only one out of five people who could benefit from a hearing aids actually wears one? If you think you might have hearing loss, visit your doctor. He or she may refer you to an otolaryngologist or audiologist to determine the cause, type, and extent of your hearing problem and whether hearing aids will help you. How hearing aids help Hearing aids are electronic devices that fit inside or behind the ear and help amplify sounds. Hearing aids are helpful, but they do not restore normal hearing or eliminate background noise. Choosing the right hearing aids Whether you choose analog over digital, or adjustable over programmable, you and your audiologist can determine if a hearing aid is the right device for your type of hearing loss. Before purchasing any hearing aid, ask if the warranty covers repairs and if there is a trial period. Adjusting to hearing aids Adjusting to hearing aids is a gradual process; it involves learning to listen in a variety of environments and becoming accustomed to hearing different sounds. Your own voice may sound too loud. Your audiologist may or may not be able to correct this problem. Most people get used to it over time. You may hear a whistling sound or feedback. This is caused by the fit of the hearing aid or by earwax or fluid buildup. See your audiologist. Reference for Hearing Aids Article National Institutes of Health Health Related Websites
The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
National Institute on Drug Abuse
National Institute of Mental Health
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
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