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Having something in your ear
Your ears need to become accustomed to your new hear-
ing aids If you are wearing a hearing aid for the first time,
you also have to become used to having something in
your ear It is not uncommon to feel a sensation of pres-
sure in the ear for the first few days and your ear canal
may feel warm and a bit sore But if wearing the hearing
aid causes you outright discomfort, you should consult
your hearing healthcare professional
Practice makes perfect
It is a good idea to start slowly and wear your hearing
aids for just short intermittent periods of time, for exam-
ple one or two hours, and first try them in situations with
few people and not too much noise Gradually you can
use them for longer periods of time and in noisier envi-
ronments It is important that you allow yourself the time
needed to become used to the new sounds and the new
sensation in your ears
The road to better hearing and a more active
everyday life
Your hearing aids may help you regain the pleasure of
communicating with other people and increase your
quality of life So, although it may feel like a big challenge
in the beginning, it will be worth the effort
