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 Hearing Loss and Its Effects If you or a loved one have some degree of hearing loss, you are not alone. Hearing loss affects people of all ages. Globally, over 588 million people have at least a mild hearing loss and 278 million have a moderate to profound hearing loss in both ears.1,2 A person with an untreated hearing loss risks deteriorating his or her hearing health. Untreated hearing loss does not only result in increased hearing diffi culties over time, it also leads to negative social and personal behavior as communication with others is impaired and self-esteem is affected. A person with untreated hearing loss faces higher safety risks and possibly lower employability. Hearing loss does not just affect the person; it affects family and friends as well. Hearing loss can be treated with hearing instruments. You may think that wearing hearing instruments would make you look odd. However, hearing loss left untreated may cause others to notice slower responses, consta...

Hearing instruments come in different styles and performance levels. The higher a performance level of a hearing instrument, the more features it has. Hearing instruments with more features can address listening needs in more challenging situations and are able to deliver a higher level of user satisfaction. Factors which may affect your choice of hearing instrument would be: Type and degree of hearing loss Listening situations Cosmetic needs Physical attributes of the ear Hand dexterity Budget To select the most suitable hearing instrument for you, you need to discuss with your hearing healthcare professional to identify your hearing needs and listening goals. What questions to ask Questions you could ask your hearing healthcare professional about hearing instruments: Which hearing instruments are suitable for me? Will the hearing instruments be powerful enough if my hearing loss changes? What can I expect from the recommended hearing instruments? How long w...