Test yourself: Should I get a hearing test?
Answer the 4 questions below to see if you should consider getting a hearing test.
Question 1 – Around the table
Do you have trouble following conversations, when there are 4 or more people present?
Question 2 – Family and friends
Have you received advice from your family or friends to get your hearing tested?
Question 3 – Understand what others say
Do you ever struggle to understand what others are saying because you cannot hear properly?
Question 4 – TV or radio
Do you find yourself turning up the TV or radio even when the volume is loud enough for others?
Your Result:
A hearing test is relevant for you
Your answers indicate that you experience symptoms of hearing loss. We strongly recommend booking a hearing test in one of our clinics.
The result is an indication. An in-person hearing test can determine if you have a hearing loss.
Book your free hearing test:
Your Result:
A hearing test seems relevant for you
Your answers indicate that you experience some symptoms of hearing loss. We recommend booking a hearing test in one of our clinics.
The result is an indication. An in-person hearing test can determine if you have a hearing loss.
Book your free hearing test:
Your Result:
It cannot be determined here if a hearing test is relevant for you
Your answers do not indicate that you experience symptoms of hearing loss. However, if you experience trouble hearing, we recommend booking a hearing test in one of our clinics.
The result is an indication. An in-person hearing test can determine if you have a hearing loss.
Book your free hearing test:
When should you consider having your hearing tested?
- If the test above indicates symptoms of hearing loss.
- If you recognise any of the 6 symptoms of hearing loss below.
- If your hearing has not been tested in the last 2 years.
You are always welcome to call us or book an appointment if you would like to get a hearing test. It’s completely free of charge, and there’s no obligations to make a purchase.
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Do you recognise any of the following signs of hearing loss?
1. Difficulty following group conversations.
2. Asking others to repeat themselves.
3. People around you seem to be mumbling or talking softly.
4. Having to turn up the TV, radio or phone volume to hear properly.
5. Difficulty hearing what people are saying if they don’t look directly at you.
6. Feeling tired at the end of the day from straining to hear.
FAQ
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If you are experiencing any signs or symptoms of hearing loss, such as difficulty hearing conversations, ringing in the ears or difficulty understanding speech, it is important to get a hearing test. A hearing test can determine the cause of your hearing loss and provide you with the best treatment options. Hidden Hearing offer complementary consultations in 80+ clinics nationwide.
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It is recommended that adults over 50 should have their hearing checked every three years. If you have a family history of hearing loss or are exposed to loud sounds regularly, you should have a hearing test annually.
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1 You have difficulty understanding conversations, especially annoying environments.
2. You find yourself asking people to repeat themselves often.
3. You experience ringing or buzzing in your ears.
4. You have difficulty hearing high pitched sounds
5. You have difficulty hearing people on the phone
6. You experience pain or discomfort in one or both your ears
7. You have difficulty following a conversation when more than one person speaking
Is there a free online hearing test?
Hidden Hearing offer free online hearing tests here: www.hiddenhearing.ie/take-online-hearing-check or you can book a complimentary consultation in our 80+ clinics nationwide.