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Your hearing aids are your lifeline to the hearing world. While they are built to provide uninterrupted amplification, like all technology, they can sometimes malfunction. This means you may find yourself in a loud situation, like at Farmers Market L.A.<\/a> where you cannot separate speech from background noise. Below is a look at the most common reasons why your hearing aids may not be working as they\u2019re supposed to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your Hearing Has Changed<\/h2>\n\n\n
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If you report that your hearing aids<\/a> are no longer providing the same level of amplification you are used to or you do not hear as well as when you first got them, the issue may not be in the devices. Your hearing may have changed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hearing loss is a progressive condition, meaning it can continue to worsen as you age. If your hearing has gotten worse, which your audiologist can determine through a series of hearing tests, your hearing aids can be reprogrammed to fit your new degree of loss. If your hearing aids are more than five years old, you may need to purchase a new pair that has more advanced technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your Hearing Aids Are Not Being Cared For<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

These small electronic devices are exposed to dirt, debris and earwax<\/a> on a daily basis. If not properly cleaned, your hearing aids can become clogged and stop working well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You should get in the habit of wiping down your hearing aids every night before going to bed, changing out the wax guards and using a dry kit to help remove moisture buildup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your Hearing Aids Are Not Properly Fit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Fitting a hearing aid to your unique degree of hearing loss<\/a> takes some trial and error. There are a number of steps involved in making sure the device is working to amplify sounds to the correct level so that you can hear them. If things do not sound right, your audiologist can reprogram the hearing aids to better align with your hearing loss. Hearing aids are an investment in your quality of life. Taking proper care of these devices can ensure they last and are working their best. To learn more about caring for your hearing aids or to schedule an appointment for a hearing test, contact The House Institute Hearing Health Centers today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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