What should I expect during a hearing evaluation?

During a hearing evaluation, you can expect a thorough assessment of your hearing abilities. The evaluation typically starts with a discussion about your medical history and any concerns you have about your hearing. Then, a series of tests will be conducted to measure different aspects of your hearing, including pure-tone testing to determine your hearing thresholds at various frequencies, speech testing to assess your ability to understand speech, and middle ear tests to evaluate the health of your ear. The audiologist may also perform additional tests or assessments based on your specific needs. Afterward, the results will be explained to you, and if necessary, recommendations for further treatment or hearing aids will be made. A hearing evaluation is painless and provides valuable insights into your hearing health.