Hearing Tests & Audiometry

Hearing Tests & Audiometry

What Are Hearing Tests & Audiometry?

Hearing tests and audiometry are essential evaluations used to measure how well a person hears sounds. These tests help determine whether hearing loss is present, what type it is, and how severe it may be. At Ananya Clinic, we provide accurate and comfortable hearing assessments for children, adults, and elderly patients using standard clinical methods. Early testing ensures better treatment and improved communication.

Why Hearing Tests Are Important

Hearing problems can affect speech, learning, social interaction, confidence, and overall quality of life. In children, untreated hearing issues can delay speech and school performance. In adults, gradual hearing loss may go unnoticed until it becomes severe. Regular hearing evaluations help detect problems early and guide the right treatment.

Common Symptoms of Hearing Loss

You may need a hearing test if you notice:

  • Difficulty understanding speech

  • Asking people to repeat themselves

  • Increasing TV or mobile volume

  • Sounds feeling muffled or unclear

  • Trouble hearing in noisy places

  • Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)

  • Delayed speech in children

If any of these symptoms persist, a hearing evaluation can provide clarity.

Types of Hearing Loss
Conductive Hearing Loss

Occurs when sound cannot pass through the outer or middle ear.
Common causes include wax buildup, ear infections, fluid behind the eardrum, or structural issues.

Sensorineural Hearing Loss

Occurs due to inner-ear or nerve damage.
Common causes include aging, noise exposure, infections, or hereditary factors.

Mixed Hearing Loss

A combination of both conductive and sensorineural factors.

Understanding the type of hearing loss helps in choosing effective treatment.

How We Perform Hearing Tests at Our Clinic
Otoscopy Examination
A simple examination to check the ear canal, wax, and eardrum condition.
Pure Tone Audiometry (PTA)

A standard hearing test where you respond to different tones and pitches.
This test shows the exact level of hearing ability in each ear.

Speech Audiometry
Measures clarity of understanding speech at different volumes.
Impedance / Tympanometry Test
Checks eardrum movement and middle-ear pressure—very helpful for detecting fluid or infections.
OAE for Children (If Needed)

A painless, child-friendly test to evaluate inner-ear function.

Each test is quick, comfortable, and accurate.

What to Expect During the Test

The hearing tests are safe, painless, and take around 15–20 minutes.
Patients sit in a quiet room wearing headphones while responding to sounds.
Children are guided in a friendly way so they feel comfortable.
Results are explained clearly right after the test.

Treatment Options After the Test
Medical Treatment
If hearing loss is due to wax, infection, or fluid buildup, treatment is given first.
Hearing Aids (If Needed)
For moderate to severe hearing loss, we help patients choose suitable and comfortable hearing aids.
Therapy & Counselling
Counselling helps patients and families understand hearing care and protection.
Follow-Up Evaluation
Regular hearing checkups help track progress, especially for children and elderly patients.
Who Should Get a Hearing Test?
  • Children with delayed speech

  • Adults with difficulty understanding conversations

  • People exposed to loud noise regularly

  • Elderly individuals

  • Anyone with frequent ear infections

  • Patients with ringing in the ears

  • People who feel their hearing has reduced suddenly or gradually

Early evaluation ensures timely treatment.

Why Choose Ananya Clinic for Hearing Tests?
  • Accurate testing methods

  • Gentle and child-friendly approach

  • Detailed ear evaluation

  • Clear explanation of results

  • Suitable treatment guidance

  • Family-centered care

Our focus is on comfort, accuracy, and long-term hearing health.

Conclusion
Hearing tests and audiometry are essential for identifying hearing problems early and ensuring proper treatment. At Ananya Clinic, our ENT specialist provides accurate evaluations, explains results clearly, and offers personalized care for every patient. Whether you are noticing hearing difficulty, ringing sounds, or speech delays in your child, our team is committed to providing gentle, effective, and long-lasting solutions for better hearing and improved communication.