Medical disclaimer

The information on Dr Auditory, including guides, the hearing self-check and directory listings, is for general educational purposes. It isn't medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, and it isn't a substitute for an evaluation by a licensed audiologist, physician or other qualified clinician.

When to seek care promptly

Contact a clinician the same day, or go to urgent care, if you have:

• Sudden hearing loss or a sudden drop in hearing, especially in one ear
• Ear pain with fever, fluid or blood draining from the ear
• Dizziness, spinning or loss of balance along with hearing changes
• Ringing that pulses in time with your heartbeat
• Hearing loss after a head injury

See what to do about sudden hearing loss. In an emergency, call 911.

The hearing self-check

The self-check is not a validated screening tool or a hearing test. Only a hearing evaluation can measure hearing.

Directory listings

Listings come from public records and aren't endorsements. We don't verify the quality, licensing or availability of any provider. Confirm details with the provider before you visit.

Your decisions

Never ignore professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you read here. Talk to a clinician before making decisions about treatment, medications or devices.