Hearing loss is something that affects everyone differently, but there are a couple of common signs that can indicate you may have some degree of hearing loss. 1. Speech and other sounds seem muffled 2. Trouble hearing high-pitched sounds 3. Trouble understanding conversations in noisy placed with background noise 4. Your preferred TV or other media volume is higher than those around you. If you have noticed any of the above (or are simply curious), we suggest first taking our free Online 5-Minute Hearing Test! This 5-Minute Hearing Test, while not a replacement for a visit to a hearing care professional and not an official medical diagnosis, is a great place to get started. Depending on the results of this test, it may be time for you to visit an audiologist or bring up the topic during your next health checkup.