No Ear Drum Vibration

[masonsmomma1214]

We had a new ENT consult and the doc said there was no ear drum vibration. He had no answer to why. Mason goes back in for another bronchoscopy and then the ENT will put in tubes. There is some fluid behind the ear drum, but he said that was not enough to cause him not to hear. Now I've had to listen to people blame it on his antibiotics he was given..blah, blah, blah! Thats how I feel about that one!!! So, once again, we will be adapting to new challenges! It's ok, we will be fine! The doctor said the tubes are a shot in the dark, but hopefully it might help. After that is done, then we go on for further testing for the implants for his ears. WOOHOO! I guess any chance for some hearing is what im shooting for! So, now, we are learning to sign simple things. I laugh, because well, Mason can hardly get his fingers in his mouth. But we must start somewhere!! Poor Monkey! OK, im done complaining. All will work out!

[Fordmomma]

Jul. 16, 2008 at 3:10 PM

My DD is hearing impaired also. It's a long road, but with the right services and finding it early he will have a much better chance of catching up with his peers. I know you may feel helpless if you ever need to talk to someone who has gone through this message me anytime. Big Hugs Ali

[courtneylea716]

Aug. 1, 2008 at 10:18 PM

I love signing w/ my baby, she can hardly say anything and can sign yes, no, more, milk, blow kisses, shake hands, clap... it's the most wonderful thing you can do for a baby whether they can hear or not! Try looking up signing time for baby signing vids that are pretty good. not an end all solution for learning ASL, but a start!

Sorry for not checking in w/ you guys in a while. Looks like you're doing better than ever, and I hope everything turns out for the best!

[Zays_mamma]

Aug. 29, 2008 at 11:36 AM

OW MAN.. im dealing with an ENT right now too, zays hearing is questionable!!! he has microtia on the left, its like a half an ear with no openings, still looking into that, but that will be later.. we are doing on test next fri were they have to put him to sleep to do this hearing test, to see how much he can hear... he passed the newborn screening and that one were they stcik an ear peice in to check the vibrations, but he dint pass the sound booth test.. its fustrating.. but im with ya on, i just want him to be able to hear.. but if he cant, its ok too, my sisters dad is deaf and mute!! but he is awsome and with todays techknoligies, he can hear high pitched sounds, like a scream, blow dryer, car horn... i wish you the best of luck, your family is in my thoughts!!