The Journey to Better HearingUpdated a month ago

By now, you may have had your hearing professionally tested and been informed that you have a permanent hearing problem. It is normal for most people to go through a period of denial. However, overcoming this communication problem starts with admitting to yourself and your loved ones that you have an irreversible hearing problem that affects your quality of life.

Remember:

• Medication will not "open up" your ears.
• No surgery or medication will correct sensorineural or mixed-type hearing loss.
• The only positive choice you have is hearing aids.

Hearing aids are the most common treatment for sensorineural and mixed-type hearing loss. Here's what you need to know about hearing aids: