Hearing Aid Whistling Explained: The Complete Troubleshooting Guide
By Dr. Layne Garrett, Au.D., FAAA, ABAC, CH-TM, CDP (About | YouTube | Podcast | LinkedIn) Date Published: February 12, 2026 3:30 PM Introduction You lean in for a quiet conversation. Your hearing aid unleashes a piercing squeal that stops everyone mid-sentence. That high-pitched whistle—called acoustic feedback—is one of the most common complaints I hear in our Utah clinics. However, it’s rarely the…