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I lost 80% of my hearing about 6 weeks ago after having covid. I can

Hearing Loss | Last Active: Mar 6 8:28am | Replies (23)
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Not only that, but it’s really difficult to get into an ENT I lucked out. I just happen to make the call on the right day and they were adamant about getting me in as soon as possible.

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Julie, Volunteer Mentor | @julieo4 | Jun 10, 2023

Yes, it's nearly impossible to get into a specialist of any kind without a wait.

It's important for the person making the call to emphasize the reason for the request for an immediate appointment. The ENT specialists know this is a serious issue that needs to be prioritized.

Sudden sensorineural hearing loss is not common, but it is not rare either. Education is so important. Unfortunately most people put off that appointment and usually go into their primary care doctor first. The PCPs don't always realize this is an emergency.

Are you willing to help educate the primary care doctors about this?

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