Detecting Hearing Loss

Maybe you already know you or a family member is dealing with hearing loss. Then again, it may be happening so gradually you’re not sure. Unlike many conditions, hearing loss is often hard to detect in its early stages.

The kind of signs to look for may differ based on your perspective—that is, whether you’re checking for yourself or a loved one. Click the appropriate link at left to recognize the signs of hearing loss in someone else or to evaluate your own situation.