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At what age does hearing start to change? Understanding early signs of presbycusis

According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), about one-third of people in the U.S. between ages 65 and 74 have some hearing loss. The question of at what age does hearing start to change is more nuanced than many realize, with subtle shifts often beginning decades earlier due to the natural aging process.

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How much hearing loss is normal with age?

According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), about one-third of adults between the ages of 65 and 74 have hearing loss. The condition, known as presbycusis, is a gradual and typically irreversible decline, but understanding **how much hearing loss is normal with age** can help individuals take proactive steps to manage their hearing health.

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