Muffled hearing can be a gradual process or it can happen suddenly. It may be caused by a number of conditions; from a simple build-up of ear wax or an infection, to tinnitus. Some tell-tale signs of muffled hearing include feeling like your friends and family are mumbling when they talk to you, or needing to turn the TV up higher than before. That's why muffled hearing can often be one of the first signs you have a hearing loss.
Muffled hearing is characterised by a sensation of cotton in the ears. You may have other symptoms as well, such as:
If you think you have muffled hearing you should visit your GP or Hearing Aid Audiologist. They can rule out a number of conditions and start you on the journey to better hearing. You can also book an appointment and see one of our experienced Audiologists.
Noticed changes in your hearing?
Your hearing keeps you connected with the world around you. At M&S Opticians, we offer free hearing health checks to help you stay on top of your hearing health and monitor any changes to your hearing. This is a quick and simple test to gauge your levels of hearing, where will play a series of sounds at different frequencies.
