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Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is very common and can greatly affect one’s quality of life. Sadly, many people are not aware of it. We are here to help.
What is Hearing Loss?
In March 2019, a report by the World Health Organization estimated that 466 million people worldwide have disabling hearing loss. The prevalence increases with age and approximately one third of adults over 65 years old have disabling hearing loss. Locally, it is estimated that 39.1% of Singaporeans over 60 years old have disabling hearing loss.
Causes of hearing loss are highly varied. Some types are reversible and others are permanent (irreversible). Some reversible types include cerumen (ear wax) blockage and infection. Irreversible types are usually attributed to noise-inducement and age (presbycusis). Noise and age-related hearing loss are often progressive and gradual — they frequently go undetected, especially by the individual themselves.
A study in Singapore estimated that more than 60% of Singaporeans over 60 years old have hearing loss.
How Hearing Loss Affects You
Hearing loss can adversely affect an individual’s quality of life. With severe to profound hearing loss, safety and daily activities can be compromised. Even hearing loss in one ear can affect social functions and communication with loved ones. It can affect productivity and communication at work, leading to stress. Over time, the individual can be left feeling helpless and isolated, which may lead to mood disorders and other complications.
How Do We Detect It?
Signs of Hearing Impairment Include:
- Asking people to repeat themselves
- Difficulty understanding what others say in noisy or crowded places
- Difficulty following group conversations
- People seem to mumble
- Comments from others that you turn the TV volume up too loud
You and your loved ones do not have to struggle with the consequences of hearing loss. At The Hearing Room, we offer a range of hearing loss treatments in Singapore to help improve your quality of life.
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Located on the third floor of The Adelphi, two minutes from City Hall MRT, with basement parking and lift access. Designed to feel like a quiet consultation room, not a retail showroom. Extensive evidence has shown that unaided hearing impairment can accelerate the onset of cognitive decline and dementia in the elderly. A timely assessment can make a meaningful difference — both for your quality of life and for your long-term cognitive health.
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Located on the third floor of The Adelphi, two minutes from City Hall MRT, with basement parking and lift access. Designed to feel like a quiet consultation room, not a retail showroom. Extensive evidence has shown that unaided hearing impairment can accelerate the onset of cognitive decline and dementia in the elderly. A timely assessment can make a meaningful difference — both for your quality of life and for your long-term cognitive health.
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