Hearing loss often occurs gradually, so we tend to tolerate the change. Then, one day we discover the people we love the most are frustrated because even the simplest things are made more difficult. The effect is often life-altering when we avoid dealing with a simple hearing loss. That’s why we offer the area’s premiere audiology services with the area’s most trustworthy hearing professionals. With their expert help, you can return to the life you’ve been missing.
If you suspect you have a hearing loss, talk to your practitioner. They can help you sort through how your hearing relates to your overall health and provide a referral, if necessary, to our Audiologist, Kolette McGary,AuD.
Mon – Fri
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
1450 Eastside Road, Platteville, WI
(2nd Entrance)
(608) 342-5060
Hearing loss related to age (called presbycusis) is the result of changes to:
Presbycusis is typically a loss of hearing high-pitched sounds, and it’s difficult to notice because it changes subtlety over time. Common symptoms include having difficulty hearing female voices, children’s voices, background noise, and the loss of speech clarity. Hearing loss due to aging can be worsened by other factors, such as diabetes, poor circulation, noise exposure, and certain medications.
People with untreated hearing loss (those who do not wear hearing aids) experience a decreased quality of life. When left untreated, hearing loss can lead to sadness, depression, anxiety, paranoia, and poor social relationships.
Presbycusis is typically a loss of hearing high-pitched sounds, and it’s difficult to notice because it changes subtlety over time. Common symptoms include having difficulty hearing female voices, children’s voices, background noise, and the loss of speech clarity. Hearing loss due to aging can be worsened by other factors, such as diabetes, poor circulation, noise exposure, and certain medications.
1400 Eastside Road
Platteville, WI 53818
608.348.2331