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Looking after your ears is a key part of taking care of your overall health, especially with hearing loss. As reported by the British Academy of Audiology, hearing loss is the second most common disability in the UK, therefore, taking care of your ears is more important than ever. Despite this, people often disregard hearing or other ear problems and don’t know when to seek professional help from an audiologist. In this article, our audiologists discuss when you should visit one of them, and what they can do to help.
When should you visit an audiologist? Ideally, you should visit your audiologist routinely for a hearing assessment depending on your age. Natural age-related hearing loss (presbyacusis) can start around 60 years old. However, if you notice any changes in your hearing, you should visit an audiologist for diagnosis and management. For other ear-related issues such as ongoing pain or infections, you should visit your GP or an ENT specialist.
Read on to find out more about when you should visit the audiologist, the symptoms you should look out for and how an audiologist can help.
It is advisable to have your hearing checked between the ages of 18-55 for a baseline hearing test. However, as we get older, the natural ageing process can also affect our hearing so it is advised to check your hearing every few years when you reach your 60s.
However, if you notice a change or if you are experiencing any of the problems listed above then you should contact an audiologist immediately in order to receive treatment. This not only reduces the chance of long-term problems but also helps relieve any symptoms you’ve been experiencing.
When people are seeing a decrease in their hearing, whether that be over a long period of time or suddenly, an audiologist can help. One of the most common symptoms of hearing loss is tinnitus, which is a continuous ringing or buzzing in the ear. An audiologist will be able to look and detect what is causing this loss of hearing and advise or administer treatments that can help relieve symptoms. Some of the most common symptoms associated with hearing loss are:
One of the most common long-term solutions for hearing loss that an audiologist will administer is hearing aids. The audiologists will administer a hearing test to determine the level of hearing loss and will provide the most accurate hearing aids to provide you with the best support.
Ear wax is completely natural and healthy, and is actually essential for helping to protect our ears. However, when there is an excess build-up of ear wax this can be extremely uncomfortable and often painful in some cases. When you visit an audiologist, they will be able to access the extent of your ear wax build-up and provide you with the best course of treatment. There are a number of symptoms associated with ear wax build-up include:
If you want to find out more about the symptoms of too much ear wax, why not check out our recent blog where we discussed this in-depth?
Often with ear wax build-up, a trained specialist will administer an ear wax removal service to help relieve the irritation, at North London Ear Wax Clinic our trained audiologists are experts in ear wax removal. To find out more about our services visit our Services page or contact one of our friendly staff to find out more about how we can help.
We offer a safe and comprehensive ear wax removal service both in-clinic and at home. Contact one of our specialists to find out how we can help or find out more today on our website.
An ear infection is a frequently occurring problem for both children and adults. It is important to seek the help of a medical professional in this case. Some of the common symptoms of an ear infection can include but are not limited to:
At North London Earwax Clinic, we offer a professional microsuction service for children and adults alike. Our team of specialist audiologists are trained to work with a range of clients with different needs including those who are anxious, and we even offer home visits for easy accessibility.
To book an appointment with one of our audiologists, simply fill in the contact form on our website or explore earwax removal services and FAQs for more information.
Audiologists are trained medical professionals who specialise in assessing someone’s balance, hearing and any disorders that are associated with these conditions. From this, the audiologist provides specialist advice and treatment depending on the diagnosis. They are trained to conduct a series of different treatments depending on the symptoms and problems of the patient this includes but is not limited to:
In short, no not all audiologists are trained to conduct ear wax removal. At North London Ear Wax Clinic our team of audiologists are specialists in conducting ear wax removal, trained in using specialised ear suction tubes to gently dislodge and remove impacted ear wax from the ear canal. To find out more about our services visit our Services page or contact one of our friendly staff to find out more about how we can help.
Ear wax removal is generally a painless procedure, although if the ear wax is very impacted you might experience some slight discomfort during the process. This is why it is important to use olive oil drops prior to the appointment to help soften the wax so that it can be removed with minimal pain.
Our team of friendly Audiologists offers both in-clinic and at-home professional ear cleaning services, removing earwax buildup safely and efficiently through microsuction. Contact us today to book an appointment.
