2023-05-24 06:22:41
The sensory cells in the ear pick up sounds and transmit them to the brain. But they gradually disappear over time, which impairs hearing acuity. It is therefore not surprising that hearing problems mainly concern people over 50 years of age.
The best solutions to correct or preserve your hearing from the age of 50
To correct hearing: wearing a hearing aid
Do you have difficulty understanding what is being said to you? Do you find it difficult to follow discussions in noise? You may be suffering from hearing loss (or deafness). The ENT specialist is the specialist to consult in this situation. He will make a test d’audition, in order to identify the origin of the disorder. Depending on the results, he might prescribe a hearing aid adapted to your needs.
The hearing aid has an impact on several essential aspects of everyday life, including collective activities, communication, etc. It promotes autonomy and well-being day by day. Thanks to her, the patient regains a social life. He feels comfortable around many people and can participate in conversations once more. He resumes his place among his colleagues at his place of service and renews contact with his relatives.
Concerning hearing aid priceit is regarding 1,500 euros per ear(1).
To preserve hearing
Avoid noise pollution
Prolonged exposure to loud noises is one of the main causes of hearing loss. To protect your ears, here are some simple rules to follow:
- do not listen to the television or radio at a very high volume;
- take a 10-minute break every 50 minutes when listening to music with headphones;
- wear hearing protection when performing a noisy activity;
- if you go to a disco or attend a concert, stay away from the speakers. And don’t forget to wear headphones or earplugs.
Take care of your diet
According to professionals in the field, there is a link between hearing loss and nutrition. For this, they recommend the consumption of certain foods.
Vitamin D protects the bony segments of the inner ear. For their part, magnesium and vitamins A, C and E prevent the overproduction of free radicals. These damage the ears when exposed to loud noises.
Clean your ears well
Although its accumulation is likely to cause hearing loss, earwax is nonetheless important. It prevents bacteria and dirt from entering the ear canal. It also protects the eardrum.
- Limit the use of cotton swabs to 1 or 2 times a week.
- Use an ear spray or cleaning product recommended by an ENT or doctor.
Why preserve your hearing?
Hearing loss is a common health problem. It affects 7 million French people, 80% of whom are elderly. These figures can be explained by late treatment, bad habits of everyday life and poor prevention. The phenomenon is more pronounced in individuals aged 50 to 60 (due to the natural evolution of presbycusis). There are four levels: deep, severe, medium and mild.
Whether it is a slight or profound hearing loss, the consequences are harmful. According to some studies, this disorder is a factor in the appearance of depressive states or social isolation. To remedy this, put into practice the tips mentioned above.
Source :
(1) https://www.alainafflelou-acousticien.fr/expertise/prix-financements/prix-remboursement-aides-auditives
(Photo credit: iStock)
1684911935
#preserve #hearing #age
