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Profound hearing loss in left ear

2017-06-20 09:39:39
I have a profound hearing loss in left ear & had recently got it confirmed from a local ENT doctor. I guess this loss is from birth and I have ignored it for a long time.He suggested me hearing aid and have been using the same. But with the hearing aid I am just sensing the sound but can't understand it. Also last few days my ears feel kinda of heavy.I am not sure abt this treatment from my local doctor and need a second opinion over the same. This is affecting my social skills and really hurting my self esteem.
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since birth if you have profound Hearing loss ..nothing much can be done.. but consult an ENT surgeon who does cochlear implants for expert opinion.

Answered2017-06-21 08:38:27

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