Do you wear hearing aids that take a rechargeable or disposable battery? Whether they have been custom molded or perch behind the ear, these hearing aids are designed to be worn only during your waking hours.
It’s always best to remove your hearing aids before retiring for the evening. Your ears need to breathe, otherwise there is an increased chance for bacteria to form. Imagine if you never removed your shoes and socks. Your feet certainly would not smell very good. Giving your ears a rest is what we always recommend.
If you detect an odor when you remove your hearing aid or earpiece, call your physician. If you choose to wear hearing aids around the clock, we advise getting your ears checked on a regular basis.
There is one hearing aid specially designed for 24-7 wear, Phonak Lyric. We have been fitting Lyric for 17 years. This is one solution that is worth exploring.
In our experience, two reasons why people sleep with their hearing aids because they need to hear a child or a loved one, or to heighten awareness in the event of an intrusion or alarm warning. There are many alerting accessories available in the marketplace that can provide the assistance you seek.
We’re always happy to provide guidance in tailoring a solution that’s right for you. Just ask us.