It was around ten years ago that I first started to notice that my hearing was decreasing,
which was quickly followed by tinnitus (Ringing in the ears). The tinnitus was in my left ear primarily, as was the hearing loss.
As a medical professional, I quickly discovered that these symptoms specifically could be caused by an acoustic neuroma which is a tumor near the inner ear.
I discussed this with my primary care physician, and we decided to do an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging).
Fortunately, the MRI was negative for the tumor. I had come to accept my symptoms as simply getting older.
I had frequently thought about hearing aid devices, but I just did not find anything that worked well with using my stethoscope.
I also was not thrilled about having the hearing aid and the issues with nightly cleaning and charging or frequent battery changes. Not to mention just having the hearing aid and people seeing that I am getting older. (A bit of vanity on my part).
Well, things changed about six months ago when I experienced my very first vertigo event.
This happened while I was at work. I could not walk without holding onto something. I started looking quite pale as one of my patients expressed concern for me. This vertigo was quickly followed by vomiting. My nurse was concerned that I was having a cardiac event. Fortunately, I was working that day with my primary care physician, and he initiated care for me.
After this event, I had no further episodes until around two months ago, when they started happening more frequently than I liked. I started on traditional medications, and they helped, but I went to see a friend of mine who is an Otolaryngologist (ENT), and he diagnosed me with Meniere's disease.
I was put on yet another medication to take daily, and so far, it seems to help.
I also saw an audiologist who tested and confirmed my left ear was at about 20% hearing.
I spent more time researching new technology that would fit into my life more efficiently, and I discovered the Phonak Lyric.
This is a game changer. I was fitted for the device, and immediately, I heard sounds in my left ear. As a bonus, it has masked my tinnitus as well.
I am excited about this new device. I just got it, so I will write a follow-up in a month to report how it works.
Until next time,
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Im so happy that this has worked well for you, dad! Now to get this vertigo under control!
My plan exactly, Katie.
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Hi John.
Wow, your symptoms sounded very uncomfortable for you and scary. im so glad your the illness under control.
I hope the symptoms continue to stay under control.
I'm very excited you got a diagnosis and some medication with the new device to help!
Have a wonderful day and evening!
Barb 😊
Thanks, Barb.
I appreciate the feedback.
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That new technology sounds very exciting and like it might make a huge change for you. Glad you are getting some relief and look forward to hearing more about your experiences with your new device.
Thanks, @shanibeer
I appreciate the comment. I will keep you posted.
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Oh dear friend. This is truly a bonus to what's to come. Age may be the cause of these medical challenges, but proper medication and God factor will definitely restore these loss features to their normalcy.
Thank God for the hearing device.
Have a great day.
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Thanks, @ddn688.
I appreciate the uplifting comment.
Thanks for commenting.
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I'm stoked for you John.
Looking forward to reading your review on Phonak Lyric as I have a feeling my left ear is heading into needing a hearing aid in a few years.
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Absolutely, Jimmy.
I will give it a review in about a month.
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Hey John sorry to hear about your health issues glad the earing aid helped have a wonderful day stay safe and well thanks for sharing on Listnerds😎
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Thanks for commenting, Ben.
So far, it is helping.
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That is good mate 🤞
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Thanks, Ben.
I appreciate the comment.
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Hello, I hope you control your symptoms. Have a wonderful day.
Thanks, @johnharrell
I appreciate the comments.
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You are a medical professional and went through these experiences, thank goodness you got a "game changer" and it all got sorted out.
Thanks, @gratitudemine.
Even medical professionals get this stuff, lol.
It does help to know people.
Thanks for your feedback
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Wow! That's quite an ordeal you've been through, and I am so glad that you've finally gotten some relief and a super cool hearing device! Hope you stay feeling well!
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That was truly a horrible experience. Happy you found a device that seems to be working for you.
Fingers crossed it continues.
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Thanks, Lisa.
Yeah, the vertigo is not very much fun.
I had pretty much become accustomed to hearing loss and tinnitus. This new device is making a significant difference.
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You're welcome, John! Very good that you're getting handled earlier than not.
My Dad waited way too long and now even with the hearing aids he struggles.
Especially when he is in a group. It's not as much the volume but the lack of clarity.
His are Phonak too. I had to plug in his charger last night so I saw the name on them.
He has an app on his phone to adjust them.
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Good to hear that it is working for you John! Thanks for sharing on ListNerds.
Thanks, Steve.
So far, it is working well.
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Oh wow that must have been quite a scary moment. I can emphasize because I had one occasion where I had vertigo before my ear started to hurt. The hurting started about an hour before I could see my doctor. I remember how scary it was..
If this happens more often, like in your case, I would have been very uncomfortable to leave the house. I'm glad you seem to have found something that's helping you with this and seems to help with the tinnitus too. Take care! I hope it will be better from here!
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Thanks for the comment, @thisismylife
I appreciate your concern.
So far, things seem to have improved.
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Glad you found a solution. I never heard of Phonax Lyric before but I will keep it in mind in case I need it. Thanks for sharing.
I did quite a bit of research, Bob, as I needed something that would not interfere with my stethoscope. So far, the Lyric is working well.