Signs you might need a hearing test:

• You find it difficult to listen to conversations or the TV when there’s background noise
• Speaking and hearing people on the phone is difficult, even in a quiet room
• You have to ask others to repeat themselves often, or it sounds like they’re mumbling
• You might find it hard to keep up with conversation when in group situations
• You might feel stressed or tired from having to concentrate while listening
• Family members will mention that the TV is too loud, or that you’re shouting
• Loved ones might hint that you’re finding it difficult to hear too

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Checking the overall health of your ears

After asking a few introductory questions about your history and current symptoms, the audiologist will use a small camera to examine the health of your ear canals and ear drums. This will ensure that sound has a clear pathway through the middle ear and inner ear. They may even be able to show you what they are seeing.

Performing the hearing test

The audiologist will test your ears by playing sounds at different pitches through a pair of headphones and asking you to press a button every time you hear a sound. They will then ask you to wear a special headband that will test how well you hear sounds through vibrations. During both tests they will be measuring the quietest sounds you can hear. 

Advice from the audiologist

They will then discuss the results of the test with you, and explain any next steps based on their findings. Everything that takes place during the appointment will be recorded to help us track any changes that take place over time.