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are for you . And of course , protect your ears anytime you may be exposed to harmful elements like excessive noise .
Be sure to protect your ears this summer and take the steps to ensure sound hearing for years to come .
About the Author : Connie Short is an outreach manager for Arizona Relay Service which is administered by the Arizona Commission for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing . As an outreach manager , Short works to raise awareness and promote the different types of relay services available for the deaf , hard of hearing , deaf-blind or speechdisabled communities throughout the state . Short is a graduate of Arizona State University . For more information on Arizona Relay Service visit azrelay . org .
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Some major indicators that you may be losing your hearing include :
A Frequently asking people to repeat themselves .
A Often turning your ear toward a sound to hear it better .
A Losing your place in group conversations ( which can lead to isolation , depression .)
A Keeping the volume on your radio or TV at a level that others say is too loud .
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A Having pain or ringing in your ears .
A Noticing that some sounds remain clear ( often low-pitched sounds such as the bass line in music ) while others may seem fuzzy ( frequently women ’ s and children ’ s high-pitched voices .)
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms , it ’ s probably time to ask your doctor for a hearing test .
There are some simple actions you can take that may help decrease any future deterioration if you are experiencing hearing loss . Discuss possible treatment options to find out if assistive equipment like hearing aids and personal listening systems
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