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If you or a loved one wears hearing aids, at some point they will experience a whistling sound in their hearing aids. This whistling sound is called hearing aid feedback. As you already know, this sound can be very annoying and upsetting, that’s why we have gathered information on the most common causes of hearing aids feedback and what to do to stop it.
Hearing aid feedback occurs when sound that was supposed to go into your ear canal is picked up by the microphone and amplified again. This can happen if the hearing aids are not fitted properly or if the earmold is not sealing the ear canal properly.
Here is a more detailed explanation of how hearing aid feedback can occur:
There are several common causes of feedback (also known as whistling or squealing) in hearing aids:
If you are unable to identify the cause of the hearing aids feedback and are unable to stop it on your own, it is a good idea to consult with your hearing care professional for assistance. We will be able to diagnose the issue and recommend a solution.
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