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Buying hearing aids is it a lottery?

swoofer · 2024-04-18 13:47:26

A friend aged 72 is convinced they should get hearing aids,, test shows hearing in right ear is poor and it was noted there was some wax. They go for a test tomorrow from Specsavers, who A, booked them in immediately, B rang this morning to confirm. I know nothing about hearing aids except I know they appear way over…

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18-04-2024 2:47pm

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swoofer

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A friend aged 72 is convinced they should get hearing aids,, test shows hearing in right ear is poor and it was noted there was some wax. They go for a test tomorrow from Specsavers, who A, booked them in immediately, B rang this morning to confirm. I know nothing about hearing aids except I know they appear way over priced but is there any particular model that is good all round? They are aware PRSI will donate €1000.00.

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#2 18-04-2024 2:52pm
zell12

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Eh, just go to HSE audiology for a test, there is a waiting list https://www.citizensinformation.ie/en/health/health-services/dental-aural-and-optical-services/hearing-and-ear-health/

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#3 18-04-2024 2:56pm
Juza1973

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My suggestion is audiologist first, unrelated to the company that is potentially offering you hearing aids. They might even not be the right solution for your hearing loss!

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