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stargazingboi · 12-23-2014, 09:58 PM

I know this may not be the place to post this...but it's the closest thing I have seen to reach out and ask questions regarding this topic.

Ok, so...I am faced with a new challenge and I am still processing the situation and still waiting on information to be able to figure out my next step in life as to how I am going to deal with it.

Yesterday, I had my hearing tested because I thought I was loosing it. Ever since I started having issues with my eyes my hearing started doing some odd things. I could hear ambulances miles away and could tell if they were getting closer etc. I thought it was my hearing was enhancing because of my vision. Months later I started hearing a ringing in my ear and music. Yes, music...a big band...like from the 20's and 30's. No one else could hear it. We again thought maybe I was hearing the marching band from the high school because we were a mile or so away and since I could hear ambulances miles away maybe I could hear the band. Then football season ended and I could still hear the music.

So, I googled it and found that music was related to hearing loss. I felt a little better in away. Maybe, just maybe I wasn't loosing it. I finally made the appointment to get my hearing tested. I figured it could be something simple..fluid..infection...heck I'm not that old I thought to myself. I also figured that since most hearing loss (at my age) is natural and that high pitches go first that is really is something minor. No worries.

I did an online test (yes not accurate but it would give me something to measure) and found that I had an upward slope issue (NOT the norm), but it was mild. I never concern myself until I am given reason to be concerned. I headed to my appointment yesterday and it was confirmed that I have a moderate to severe upward slope hearing loss. My right ear is worse than my left..but my left is following my right. As many may now if its going upward that I means I am losing my ability to hear lower tones. Hearing aids are being recommended and I was sent to an ear nose throat dr to find out exactly why this is happening. So, I am still missing information...which of course delays my ability to process this emotionally. As of right now the dr states that because there is no base line to compare it to we have no idea how fast this came on and how bad it will get. We also have no idea if aids will even work at this point. Although, she did indicate that the one that I would require if I am given the medical approval would cost $2600 just for one. *blinks* yeah ok..my insurance doesn't cover hearing aids.

I started to research places that maybe able to help, places that sell hearing aids at discount prices etc. However, I have to admit I'm feeling overwhelmed. Not only because of the new challenge but because what I have read about programming for this type of hearing loss is very difficult. Seems it is the opposite of what most hearing aids get programmed for..the downward slope. Or even if it's worth it the trouble of getting them?

But, if I do...

Any advance as to where I may turn to figure out how to pay for aids if approved? I only know of one agency and I am on the boarder for qualifying..so, I need a back up plan if given the medical approval.

As for the emotional side...I'm really not sure where I stand yet.

12-23-2014, 09:58 PM	#152
stargazingboi Senior Member How Do You Identify?: ~ Preferred Pronoun?: ~ Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: ~ Posts: 1,954 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 10,392 Thanked 8,318 Times in 1,626 Posts Rep Power: 21474853	I know this may not be the place to post this...but it's the closest thing I have seen to reach out and ask questions regarding this topic. Ok, so...I am faced with a new challenge and I am still processing the situation and still waiting on information to be able to figure out my next step in life as to how I am going to deal with it. Yesterday, I had my hearing tested because I thought I was loosing it. Ever since I started having issues with my eyes my hearing started doing some odd things. I could hear ambulances miles away and could tell if they were getting closer etc. I thought it was my hearing was enhancing because of my vision. Months later I started hearing a ringing in my ear and music. Yes, music...a big band...like from the 20's and 30's. No one else could hear it. We again thought maybe I was hearing the marching band from the high school because we were a mile or so away and since I could hear ambulances miles away maybe I could hear the band. Then football season ended and I could still hear the music. So, I googled it and found that music was related to hearing loss. I felt a little better in away. Maybe, just maybe I wasn't loosing it. I finally made the appointment to get my hearing tested. I figured it could be something simple..fluid..infection...heck I'm not that old I thought to myself. I also figured that since most hearing loss (at my age) is natural and that high pitches go first that is really is something minor. No worries. I did an online test (yes not accurate but it would give me something to measure) and found that I had an upward slope issue (NOT the norm), but it was mild. I never concern myself until I am given reason to be concerned. I headed to my appointment yesterday and it was confirmed that I have a moderate to severe upward slope hearing loss. My right ear is worse than my left..but my left is following my right. As many may now if its going upward that I means I am losing my ability to hear lower tones. Hearing aids are being recommended and I was sent to an ear nose throat dr to find out exactly why this is happening. So, I am still missing information...which of course delays my ability to process this emotionally. As of right now the dr states that because there is no base line to compare it to we have no idea how fast this came on and how bad it will get. We also have no idea if aids will even work at this point. Although, she did indicate that the one that I would require if I am given the medical approval would cost $2600 just for one. blinks yeah ok..my insurance doesn't cover hearing aids. I started to research places that maybe able to help, places that sell hearing aids at discount prices etc. However, I have to admit I'm feeling overwhelmed. Not only because of the new challenge but because what I have read about programming for this type of hearing loss is very difficult. Seems it is the opposite of what most hearing aids get programmed for..the downward slope. Or even if it's worth it the trouble of getting them? But, if I do... Any advance as to where I may turn to figure out how to pay for aids if approved? I only know of one agency and I am on the boarder for qualifying..so, I need a back up plan if given the medical approval. As for the emotional side...I'm really not sure where I stand yet.