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the pros and cons of hearing aids

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rojon Mon 07-Mar-16 19:40:23

I have had my hearing aids for about five years and find them a very mixed blessing. Yes I need them when I am talking to my quietly spoken sons but they do not improve things when talking to two quietly spoken friends. The other side is, the noise of the environment is much pleasanter when without my aids. What do others find

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Luckygirl Mon 07-Mar-16 19:53:18

I tried hearing aids as I have some high frequency loss and it made a huge difference, particularly when trying to hear my OH whose voice is very quiet from Parkinsons. But I could not continue with them as one aid in my right ear caused me pain in the ear canal. I am sure I will go for them eventually, but for now I will bash on. I am having trouble hearing people speaking when there are other noises around; and I am using the subtitles on TV more often now.

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mollie Mon 07-Mar-16 20:54:27

I''ve had mine (2) for about a month and they are a blessing. Unobtrusive, effective, comfortable and free! Thank you NHS! Sometimes one ear feels a bit itchy but it's not really a problem. Don't wear them all the time - to save batteries etc - but I certainly notice the difference.

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Auntieflo Mon 07-Mar-16 21:55:01

Mollie, can you not just pick up replacement batteries from your Dr's surgery, as I can

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