An audiologist is a physician that assists those with hearing disorders. These professionals offer prevention of, identification of, diagnosis of, and treatment of many different disorders. Some of the most common include tinnitus, hearing loss, and balance issues. Today we’ll look at whether making an appointment with one is the best option for you.
Questions to Ask Yourself
The following questions are just a few that will help you determine whether an audiologist is the right person to handle the issue you are currently experiencing:
- Have people been upset when you don’t fully understand what they say to you?
- Is hearing people on the phone difficult?
- Do you find it challenging to understand children and women?
- When on the phone, does one ear hear better than the other ear?
- Have you misunderstood what people said which led to an inappropriate response?
- If more than one person is speaking, is it hard for you to understand the conversation?
- Do you feel many people mumble when they speak?
- Has anyone said you turn the radio or TV volume up too high?
- Have friends expressed you miss what they say at times?
- Does listening require intense concentration?
- Are you often asking others to repeat themselves?
- Does a noisy environment make it hard to hear?
- Are you experiencing pain, ringing in the ears, or dizziness?
- Are restaurants hard for you to hear in?
Answering yes to two or more questions on this list means that you would probably do well to seek out a professional for your hearing issues. This can be an overwhelming process for many, especially if it is your first time seeing an audiologist. However, the process is relatively straightforward. You’ll be asked a few questions about your health to begin. After that, several things will come next.
Taking the Plunge
There are a few things to do before heading to your appointment. First, you’ll want to write down any questions you might have for the doctor. Some people also appreciate having support with them, so feel free to bring a friend or family members. You should bring along a list of the medications you take, along with a brief medical history. It’s also an excellent idea to speak with your insurance company to determine your coverage.
Make an Appointment Today
At Hearing Associates, Inc, we’ve been offering help to those with hearing loss since 1985. We’d be happy to help you determine what is causing your concern and work on rectifying it. If you want to learn more about us, you can visit our website. You can also connect us on Facebook for more updates.
