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Who can get a cochlear implant?

Cochlear implant surgery is the insertion of a small electronic device if hearing aids do not offer sound clarity to understand speech. It is done to the people who face hearing issues at any age. Cochlear implant surgery can be performed safely by experienced doctors. 1. Hearing aids are not helping in recovering a hearing loss.

2. You can hear from both ears, but the clarity of speech is not there.

3. You often miss half the words of the speaker.

4. You reply on lip-reading even when wearing hearing aids.

5. If your hearing loss is moderate, then a partial cochlear implant will be used to preserve your hearing. In such cases, a cochlear implant and a hearing aid can be used simultaneously.

6. If you face any sort of hearing problem, you should visit your audiologist. Your health care provider will consider a cochlear implant if you experience hearing loss or rely on lip-reading.

  Adults and children who are as young as six to 12 months old can benefit from cochlear implants. People who have cochlear implants report improved: 1. Ability to hear speech without needing visual cues such as reading lips.

2. Recognition of normal, everyday environmental sounds.

3. Ability to listen in a noisy environment.

4. Ability to find where sounds are coming from.

5. Ability to hear television programs, music and telephone conversations.

Meet the audiologist or experts for tests and procedures to help prevent, detect, treat or manage conditions.

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3 Myths About Heart Valve Surgery

Many myths spread around when it comes to any medical condition or surgery. People often share their experiences and consider everyone to go through the same thing.

A heart valve surgery is a prominent surgery, and many myths are created about this surgery. Let us throw light on some of these myths and compare them with facts.

Myth: You should get cardiac surgery when no option is left.

Fact: Not only heart valve surgery, but any surgery when done on time can yield promising results. You should not consider heart valve surgery as your last option. If you delay the surgery, your heart might develop permanent weakness, making surgery riskier. So, get your surgery done on time.

Myth: Heart valve surgery is very risky.

Fact: Today, medical science has made a lot of progress. The risk in any form of surgery has been reduced tremendously. The success rate of a timely done heart valve surgery is 95%. However, you might be risking your health by not getting the surgery done.

Myth: Heart valve surgery is highly painful.

Fact: A heart valve surgery is done under the influence of anaesthesia. Therefore, the patients sleep comfortably while the surgery is performed. And no pain is experienced. Your doctor will also provide you with effective painkillers to ensure a pain-free recovery.

You should not blindly follow myths and advice regular people give. You should consult an experienced surgeon and doctor to know if heart valve surgery is the right choice for you.

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5 types of hip replacement surgeries performed in India

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Autism Spectrum Disorder: Causes and Symptoms

Autism spectrum disorder is a condition where the development of the brain is limited. It directly impacts how a person perceives and communicates with others. ASD causes problems in social interactions and communications.

Common causes of autism spectrum disorder

There are no single causes known for this disorder. Since it is a complex problem, both genetics and environment play a role in its severity.

Genetics: Most of the time, autism spectrum disorder is associated with a genetic disorder like Rett syndrome. It might also be caused because of inherited genetic mutations.

Environment: It has been discovered that factors such as medications, viral infections, or complications during pregnancy can trigger ASD.

Common symptoms of autism spectrum disorder

 A person can develop ASD at any age, and the symptoms commonly depend on the age of the person. Some common signs shown by people with autism spectrum disorder are given below. A person with ASD may-

Resist physical touch or eye contact.

Loses ability to say words or speak.

Cannot express emotions.

Speaks in an abnormal tone.

Performs repetitive actions.

Performs self-harming activities.

Usually sensitive to light, sound, or touch.

Has specific food preferences.

 Conclusion

You should consult the experts to diagnose if you witness such symptoms in your loved ones. ASD treatment is available, and a person recovers in no time. 

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Covid Vaccine for Cancer Patients

COVID-19 has created chaos in all our lives. We all are going through really tough times, and it feels very exhausting at times. However, with the discovery of the vaccine, we all have felt some relief.

Today, more people are getting themselves vaccinated as medical experts suggest it as a precaution against coronavirus. However, some people are still skeptical about getting the jab. Since many people suffer from some serious chronic diseases, they are unsure about the vaccine and its effect on their ongoing medications and health conditions.

One such group of people is cancer patients or those who have a history of cancer. It is believed that every cancer patient has a different level of disease-fighting power. Some points that cancer patients should consider before getting the Covid vaccine are discussed below.

You should consult your doctor before getting the vaccine. Your doctor shall tell you the risks, benefits, and timelines.

If you’re receiving chemotherapy or any other immune-suppressing treatments, you should consult your doctor before taking the vaccine. Your doctor might want to run some tests before permitting you to vaccinate.

Also, patients who have undergone or are undergoing stem cell therapy should not get vaccinated without consulting a medical expert.

It will be better if all cancer patients consider a check-up and confirmation from their doctor before booking a vaccine slot.

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Life After Total Knee Replacement

Knee replacement surgeries are becoming very common these days. Knee replacement surgery, also known as total knee arthroplasty has helped many people relieve their lasting knee pain. Knee problems and knee pain is a common problem among people in old age.