The Importance of Promoting Ear Health for Patients with Diabetes

If you are a patient with diabetes, it is important to promote ear health. Hearing loss can have a significant impact on a person’s quality of life, including difficulty communicating with family and friends, participating in social activities, and work,

Worst of all, a study from the National Institutes of Health found that people with hearing loss are more likely to report feelings of loneliness, isolation, and depression. 

How to Promote Ear Health for Patients with Diabetes

First, it is important to get a hearing test. A hearing test can detect early signs of hearing loss and help you find the right treatment. If you have diabetes, it is important to have your hearing tested at least once a year. 

Second, it is important to avoid loud noise. Exposure to loud noise can damage the blood vessels and nerves, which can lead to hearing loss. If you have diabetes, it is important to avoid loud noise, such as listening to music through headphones, going to concerts, and using power tools. 

Third, it is important to manage diabetes. Managing diabetes can help prevent or delay the onset of hearing loss. There are a few things that patients can do to manage diabetes, including eating a healthy diet, exercising, and taking medication. 

Physicians Hearing Network can serve as an extension of your care team, providing audiology services at the point of care from licensed professionals. Our services are provided at no cost to the practice and generate additional ancillary revenue.

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