Dear Annie:
Having had to wear hearing aids myself for a very long time, I have become something of an expert and would like to offer a few pointers:
No. 1: The hearing aids need to be constantly monitored. The ears get wet, and the tips of the aids often get clogged. Simply unscrew them and blow into the screw to ensure the tube is clear. (Don’t blow into the ear end.)
No. 2: Make sure you use the little brush often to sweep out the microphones — usually one in front and two on the sides.
No. 3: Check your ears to make sure they are not filled with wax. There are many wax removers on the market.
No. 4: Maybe invest in some TV ears or go to closed captions to help with the TV.
Not being able to hear is a frightening thing, and even with hearing aids, it can be a struggle at times. But taking these steps should help. — Hearing Well
Dear Hearing Well:
Thank you for these excellent reminders and suggestions to help improve the use of hearing aids.
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