FAQ on Hearing Aid and Related Services

The main cause of hearing loss is something we all have to come to terms with – our age. However, it can also be a result from disease,trauma or long-term exposure to damaging noise.

At the moment, some hearing losses can be treated by either drugs or surgery. Most people with hearing difficulties find that a hearing aid recommended by a Hearing Aid Audiologist will improve their hearing.

A hearing aid is an electronic, battery-operated device that amplifies sound. Each hearing aid contains a microphone that converts sound into electrical signals. The amplifier increases the loudness of individual frequencies and the speaker sends the sound to the ear.

The loss of the ear’s ‘fine-tuning’ causes many people to have difficulty when there is any kind of background noise such as the rumble of traffic or children playing in the same room. It is not deafness in the accepted sense, but a hearing aid could help improve your hearing. A hearing consultation with a Hearing Aid Audiologist would establish the extent of any hearing loss and they would be able to offer advice on the best hearing solution to meet your needs.

Old analogue types of hearing aid tend to suffer from whistling feedback and distorted noise. Some people who wear this type of aid find that they cannot hear conversations when there is any background noise. With a digital hearing aid, these problems are minimised and in some situations, solved together. Unlike an analogue aid a digital hearing aid contains a tiny computer which processes sound very precisely. This type of aid can continuously modify sound to match the user’s hearing profile, helping improve the ability to understand speech, even in background noise.

Hearing loss occurs to most people as they age. Hearing loss can be due to the aging process, exposure to loud noise, certain medications, infections, head or ear trauma, congenital (birth or prenatal) or hereditary factors, diseases, as well as a number of other causes. In the year 2001, there are some 28 million people in the USA with hearing loss. Hearing loss is the single most common birth “defect” in America. Hearing loss in adults, particularly in seniors, is common.

  • Conductive hearing loss: Caused by blockages in the ear canal or middle ear.
  • Sensorineural hearing loss: Resulting from damage to the inner ear or auditory nerve.
  • Mixed hearing loss: A combination of both conductive and sensorineural hearing loss.
  • Tinnitus: Ringing or buzzing sounds in the ears.
  • Auditory processing disorders: Difficulty understanding speech despite normal hearing.
  • Auditory neuropathy: Disrupted signals between the inner ear and the brain.

FAQ on Nepal Hearing and Speech Care Center

We offer hearing aid fitting and trials, hearing assessment services, speech therapy, and language therapy.

Your hearing assessment includes tests to evaluate hearing ability, determine the type and extent of hearing loss, and identify appropriate solutions.

During fitting, we customize the device to match your hearing loss and comfort preferences. The trial period allows you to experience the aid in daily life.

Speech therapy focuses on improving communication skills, addressing speech disorders, and enhancing verbal abilities.

Language therapy helps individuals improve understanding and use of language for better communication.

Signs include difficulty understanding conversations, asking others to repeat themselves, or experiencing ringing in the ears.

You can schedule by phone, email, or visiting our center. Our staff will assist in setting a convenient time.

Yes, we provide ongoing support to ensure optimal function and meet your needs.

Yes, we offer specialized services for children to support their communication and hearing development.

FAQ on Hearing Aids and Related Concerns

If not cleaned properly or poorly fitted, they might irritate ears, but when fitted correctly and maintained, they shouldn't cause infections.

No, but they can help manage it by amplifying external sounds, which can distract from the ringing sensation.

There's no evidence suggesting that hearing aid batteries cause cancer; they're typically safe and tested for safety.

Yes, they improve hearing by amplifying sounds, aiding in better communication.

The best depends on individual needs; a specialist can help find the right fit.

Prices vary based on brand and features; in Nepal, they range from NRs. 20,000 to NRs. 200,000.

Basic ones start from around NRs. 20,000, but the total cost may vary with extras and services.

It can range from NRs. 500,000 to NRs. 1,500,000, Please contact us for more details.

Yes, certain hospitals and clinics offer cochlear implants in Nepal.

Reputable brands include Phonak, Widex, Siemens, and Oticon, offering quality hearing aids.

While two aids are better for balanced hearing, wearing one can still help, especially if hearing loss differs in each ear.

Speech therapy involves exercises to improve speech and language skills, guided by a speech therapist.

Signs include trouble pronouncing words, understanding instructions, or having a limited vocabulary.

Speech therapy focuses on speaking, while language therapy works on understanding and using language.

Hearing aids amplify sounds but may not fully restore hearing for someone completely deaf; however, they can help many with partial hearing loss.

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