{"id":1931,"date":"2023-07-28T15:09:09","date_gmt":"2023-07-28T22:09:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/besthearing.us\/?p=1931"},"modified":"2023-07-28T15:09:30","modified_gmt":"2023-07-28T22:09:30","slug":"common-hearing-aid-problems-and-their-solutions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/besthearing.us\/common-hearing-aid-problems-and-their-solutions\/","title":{"rendered":"Common Hearing Aid Problems and Their Solutions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Hearing aids help you understand speech sounds and prioritize background noise. They can be a <a href=\"https:\/\/besthearing.us\/hearing-aids\/benefits-of-hearing-aids\/\">great addition to your life<\/a>. Data from the MarkeTrak 2022 survey found that <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/36466566\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">most hearing aid users report quality-of-life benefits from their hearing aids<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While hearing aids provide many benefits, acclimating to them isn\u2019t always easy. Knowing the common problems people have with them and their solutions will help you tackle each challenge head-on as you adapt to your new devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s discuss five of the most common hearing aid problems, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Appearance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Feeling that sounds are too loud<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hearing a whistling noise<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unclear sound<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Discomfort<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Appearance<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/besthearing.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Man-holding-up-two-hearing-aids.jpg\" alt=\"Man holding up two hearing aids.\" class=\"wp-image-1934\" width=\"349\" height=\"233\" srcset=\"https:\/\/besthearing.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Man-holding-up-two-hearing-aids.jpg 1254w, https:\/\/besthearing.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Man-holding-up-two-hearing-aids-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 349px) 100vw, 349px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>People often worry about the appearance of hearing aids. Years ago, hearing aids were thought to represent aging, but that is not the case anymore. Approximately <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nidcd.nih.gov\/health\/statistics\/quick-statistics-hearing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">28.8 million U.S. adults could benefit from the use of hearing aids<\/a>. People of all ages can benefit from these devices, and you can feel confident knowing that you aren\u2019t alone in your needs and experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Feeling That Sounds Are Too Loud<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some sounds may feel too loud if you aren\u2019t used to hearing them. With hearing loss, you <a href=\"https:\/\/besthearing.us\/hearing-loss\/hearing-testing\/\">may not be used to the sound<\/a> of a toilet lid closing or birds chirping at Caldwell Park. If you start to feel overwhelmed by the new noises, try taking your hearing aids out for a little while. While consistency of wear is important for acclimation, so is comfort. You\u2019ll feel more confident to wear them if you allow yourself time to breathe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hearing a Whistling Noise<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whistling noises are feedback from the devices. Though most styles have feedback suppression, some things may still cause feedback. Most whistling noises are the result of earwax buildup or improper fit. Try cleaning your devices according to the manual instructions and checking to see if the device is in your ear correctly. If feedback persists, make an appointment with your hearing aid specialist to determine the source of the feedback.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Unclear Sound<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Unclear sound could be from a buildup of earwax or a programming issue. Try cleaning your hearing aid first. If the sound is still muffled or unclear, check the programming or make an appointment with your hearing aid specialist to reprogram the device professionally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Discomfort<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Soreness or discomfort at first is common. If you\u2019ve ever been sore from wearing headphones too long, you\u2019ll probably notice that your hearing aids feel similar at first. Try taking your devices out for a little while, and remove them before you sleep to allow your ears time to breathe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While discomfort can be expected, your devices should never hurt. If you are experiencing pain, contact your specialist immediately to check the fit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t let fear of hearing aid problems stop you from enjoying its many benefits. Make an appointment with one of our trusted hearing aid specialists at Audiology Associates of Redding today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><ul class=\"related-posts\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/besthearing.us\/what-to-expect-your-first-time-wearing-hearing-aids\/\" class=\"related-post\">What to Expect Your First Time Wearing Hearing Aids<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/besthearing.us\/what-to-expect-from-an-at-school-hearing-screening\/\" class=\"related-post\">What To Expect From an At-School Hearing Screening<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/besthearing.us\/what-to-expect-from-hearing-aid-follow-up-visits\/\" class=\"related-post\">What To Expect From Hearing Aid Follow-up Visits<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hearing aids help you understand speech sounds and prioritize background noise. They can be a great addition to your life. Data from the MarkeTrak 2022 survey found that most hearing aid users report quality-of-life benefits from their hearing aids. While hearing aids provide many benefits, acclimating to them isn\u2019t always easy. 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