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Frequently Asked Questions
Short answers to common hearing-health questions.
What is a hearing assessment?
A hearing assessment is a structured set of tests used to measure hearing and understand how different parts of the hearing system are functioning.
What are the main types of hearing loss?
The main types are conductive, sensorineural and mixed hearing loss.
How do I know if I may need a hearing aid?
A hearing assessment is the starting point. Whether a hearing aid is appropriate depends on the type and degree of hearing loss and your communication needs.
What is tinnitus?
Tinnitus is the perception of sound such as ringing, buzzing, humming or hissing without a corresponding external sound source.
How often should hearing be checked?
The right interval depends on age, symptoms, noise exposure, family history and previous hearing results.
Do children need different hearing tests?
Yes. Paediatric assessment is adapted to age and development and may use behavioural or objective methods.
For Families & Patients
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