Overview
Evaluation begins with an ear exam and a formal hearing test. Depending on the cause, options include treating an ear condition, hearing aids, or referral for implantable devices. Sudden hearing loss is treated as urgent.
Common symptoms
- • Asking people to repeat themselves
- • Trouble hearing in noisy rooms
- • Ringing in the ears
- • Turning up the volume more than before
When to seek care
- • Sudden hearing loss in one ear (see care within 24–48 hours)
- • Hearing loss with dizziness
- • Ear drainage or pain
Specialists who treat hearing loss
Providers accepting patients
See allDr. Terrence Adeyemi
Audiology
Huntsville, AL
Dr. Olivia Khan
Audiology
Clarksville, TN
Dr. Hassan Flores
Audiology
Atlanta, GA
Dr. Lisa Baker
Audiology
Augusta, GA
Dr. Brian Yamamoto
Audiology
Savannah, GA
Dr. Emily King
Audiology
Fort Worth, TX
Dr. Anika Cooper
Audiology
Baton Rouge, LA
Dr. Imani King
Audiology
Tallahassee, FL
Frequently asked questions
- Who tests hearing?
- An audiologist performs the hearing test and fits hearing aids; an ENT physician evaluates and treats medical causes.
This page is general health education, not medical advice, and does not create a patient relationship. Talk with a licensed clinician about your situation. In an emergency, call 911.