Feedback occurs when the microphone reamplifies a sound into your hearing aids causing an unpleasant whistling noise. It can occur occasionally when you\u2019re putting your hearing aids on in the morning or taking them out at night.<\/p>\n
However, if you are regularly experiencing feedback when going about your day or having a latte with friends at your favorite Rose City coffee shop, it can start to be a problem. It may also be a sign of a problem with your hearing aids. Let\u2019s look at some of the most common causes as well as what you can do to fix them.<\/p>\n
Studies have shown that the design of a hearing aid has an effect on feedback levels<\/a>. For example, behind-the-ear (BTE) hearing aids are more likely to experience whistling than in-the-ear-canal (ITC) devices. If you wear a model that is more prone to feedback, your audiologist can make adjustments to reduce it.<\/p>\n Your ears can change shape over time because of aging or changes in weight. When these changes happen, it can cause the earmold to loosen and not seal properly, leading to feedback. To solve this, visit your audiologist and get new earmolds fitted to your ear.<\/p>\n Earwax can cause many different problems for your hearing aids. Earwax can block your ear canal<\/a> so that sound can\u2019t get through. It instead bounces back into your device, causing feedback. Buildup can also irritate your ears and, in some cases, make it harder to hear.<\/p>\n Cleaning your device regularly and having regular checkups with your hearing aid specialist can help prevent buildup.<\/p>\nBad Fit Can Cause Feedback<\/h2>\n
Earwax Buildup Causes Problems for Hearing Aids<\/h2>\n
Hearing Aid Equipment Malfunctioning<\/h2>\n