Hearing Loss: Signs, Causes, and How We Help
Get Help for Hearing Loss TodayAre You Experiencing Hearing Loss?
Hearing loss can show up slowly. You might notice:
- Asking people to repeat themselves often
- Turning up the TV or radio louder than others prefer
- Difficulty following conversations in noisy places
- Sounds seeming muffled
- Ringing, buzzing, or hissing (tinnitus) in one or both ears
- Feeling more tired or isolated because listening is harder
It’s more common than you think—and you’re not alone. Early recognition makes treatments more effective.
What Causes Hearing Loss
Here are some of the main reasons people lose their hearing:
- Natural changes with age
- Prolonged noise exposure—like concerts, machinery, or traffic
- Certain medications that can affect the ears
- Heredity or family history of hearing problems
- Illnesses or diseases that damage ear structures
- Physical injury to the ears or head
- Blockages or issues in the ear canal or middle ear
Understanding the cause matters—it helps us tailor solutions for your situation.
Types of Hearing Loss
Not all hearing loss is the same. Knowing which type you have can guide treatment:
Sensorineural – Caused by issues with the inner ear or auditory nerve. Most common with age or noise exposure.
Conductive – When sound has trouble reaching the inner ear. May be due to blockages (earwax), middle ear problems, or ear canal issues. Sometimes temporary.
Mixed – A combination of sensorineural and conductive; both the inner ear and sound pathway are affected.
How Untreated Hearing Loss Can Affect You
Leaving hearing loss unaddressed can impact various aspects of your life:
Untreated Hearing Loss can Cause:
- Strained relationships and social interactions
- Reduced enjoyment of daily sounds—music, conversations, nature
- Increased listening fatigue, stress, or frustration
- Greater risk of misunderstandings or missing important cues
- Possible links to balance problems, increased risk of falls, or cognitive changes
Treatment & Support: What We Offer
At Bowles Hearing Care Services, here’s how we help:
Comprehensive Testing to identify the type and severity of hearing loss
Personalized Solutions, which may include hearing aids, assistive listening devices, or other therapies
Fit & Fine-Tuning so your devices feel comfortable, sound natural, and adapt to your lifestyle
Ongoing Care—routine checkups, programming adjustments, maintenance, and advice
