Hearing...
I had my hearing tested yesterday. I have a mild hearing loss in both ears, though my right ear is worse. I can get along without hearing aids, but I could definitely benefit from having them. It was suggested that I go to an ENT doctor next to see if there is anything else to be found out about it.
I'm not sure if I'd be able to just get an appointment for one without going through a lot of hoops. An Ear Nose and Throat doctor is a specialist, so I imagine I'd have to be referred by my imaginary Primary Care Provider. Hm...sounds like fun.
It isn't cheap to get the hearing aids either. Almost $7,000 for the high end, and $1000 for the lowest. From what I was told, the low end ones cover the entire ear canal and are uncomfortable with a lot of chaffing. Bah. I don't think getting any is going to be an option at this time.
I told my parents about it, and of course they want to know why I have hearing loss. I don't know. All I know is that it has been getting worse every year. I started noticing it about two or three years ago. People had said things about it before hand, but I had never paid attention to it before.
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I have to make an appointment to see my doctor. The ringing in my ears just won't quit. Sometimes it's so loud I have trouble falling asleep. Today at the store my husband had to repeat something four times...finally I made him look at me straight on so I could not only hear him, but read his lips too.
I also have a lump on my leg that I need looked at it's been there for many months now. It's started to bother me lately, too. So, off I go. I'll make an appointment for Wednesday or Thursday I guess. ~sigh~
I hope your hearing does not continue to deteriorate. I hope you have an easy time making the hearing aid or no hearing aid decision.
For most communicating I need to be looking at the person speaking. My family has adapted by looking right at me so I can lipread while I am listening to them. They don't always remember, but if it is a problem I say something. It is just very frustrating that I can't understand everything said when it is said the first time.
I hope your appointments go well!