FAQs

It’s normal to experience fluctuating hearing loss with an ear infection. However, once the ear infection clears your hearing should be restored back to normal. Frequent ear infections within a short time period can lead to more significant hearing loss.

While there are no studies that have shown a correlation between hearing loss and COVID-19, some people have experienced earaches while sick. COVID-19 and ear pain can be experienced together because of respiratory symptoms you may be experiencing, such as excess fluid in the eustachian tubes.

Hearing aids have an average lifespan of 3-7 years. This depends largely on how well you take care of your devices and bring them in for regular maintenance. New technology is typically released from the manufacturers every three years, which is when many people like to upgrade their hearing aids.

People whose hearing falls in the normal range should have their hearing tested once every three to five years. For those who work in noisy environments, who have a current hearing impairment, or who are over the age of 55, should have their hearing tested every year. Our hearing specialists in Federal Way, WA, can assess your hearing and help you stay on track to good hearing health.