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ABOUT HEARING PROBLEM
I had Mastoidectomy on both Ear. I lost my hearing, about more than 60% in left ear & 40% right. I'm suffering high Tinnitus problem in left ear and something difficult to hear conversation. So there is any cure for this? I'm financially weak. Also i want to know partial handicap criteria, did i'm eligible for that?
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Dr. Vinay S Bhat
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
15 yrs exp
Bangalore
After modified radical mastoidectomy or radical mastoidectomy its normal to have some hearing loss as intention of this surgery is complete removal disease and hearing improvement is a secondary concern. You need to under go audiogram. If your hearing loss is conductive type then revision surgery can improve your hearing significantly. Only other option would be use of hearing aids.
Calculation of disability requires a audiogram and You need to consult a govt certified ENT specialist for such an certificate and which can be used to avail benefits if you are eligible
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