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Hearing loss is one of the biggest health concerns in the U.S. It is the third most commonly reported physical condition, following arthritis and heart disease. It affects roughly 20 percent of the American population and can strike people of all ages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The most common causes of hearing loss are noise exposure and aging. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Are the\nSymptoms of Hearing Loss?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Hearing loss is a progressive condition that worsens over time. Symptoms appear so gradually, you may be completely unaware of your affliction for some time. Even when hearing loss is suspected, it takes an average of seven years for a person to seek medical treatment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Knowing the signs is helpful in spurring you to take action sooner. Any of the following might indicate hearing loss: <\/p>\n\n\n\n