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How Can I Find Out If I Have Hearing Loss?

If you think you might have hearing loss, visit your physician, who may refer you to an otolaryngologist or audiologist. An otolaryngologist is a physician who specializes in ear, nose, and throat disorders, and will investigate the cause of the hearing loss. An audiologist is a hearing health professional who identifies and measures hearing loss and will perform a hearing test to assess the type and degree of loss. Testing includes checking your ability to recognize everyday words at different volume levels, and to hear various tones. The data from the test will be used by the audiologist to determine the type and severity of your hearing loss, and whether you might benefit from hearing aids.

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