Hearing Impairment Treatment in India
About Hearing Impairment
Key Highlights
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Comprehensive diagnosis to identify the exact type and cause of hearing loss.Personalized treatment plans ranging from medical management to advanced surgical options.Access to state-of-the-art hearing aid technology and assistive listening devices.Potential for significant improvement in communication, social interaction, and overall quality of life.Management by a specialized surgeon with expertise in the delicate structures of the ear.
Who is this surgery for?
- Persistent or progressive hearing loss reported by the patient or family.
- Difficulty understanding speech, especially in noisy environments.
- Tinnitus (ringing in the ears) accompanied by hearing changes.
- Recurrent ear infections or a history of chronic otitis media.
- Sudden sensorineural hearing loss requiring urgent evaluation.
- Congenital hearing loss identified in newborns or children.
- Hearing loss due to trauma, otosclerosis, or Meniere's disease.
How to prepare
- Schedule a comprehensive audiological evaluation (hearing test).
- Provide a complete medical history, including any medications and previous ear issues.
- For surgical candidates, pre-operative tests (blood work, ECG) may be required.
- Discuss all treatment options, benefits, and risks with the ENT surgeon.
- For hearing aid fitting, an ear impression may be taken.
- Arrange for assistance and time off work for the day of any procedure.
Risks & possible complications
- General anesthesia risks (for surgical procedures), including reaction to medication.
- Infection, bleeding, or pain at the surgical site.
- Specific surgical risks: worsening of hearing, tinnitus, taste disturbance, or facial nerve injury (rare).
- Hearing aid-related issues: discomfort, feedback whistling, or ear canal irritation.
- Device failure or need for revision surgery in cases of cochlear implants.
- Possible lack of significant improvement in hearing, depending on the underlying cause.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Post-operative care includes keeping the ear dry and avoiding heavy lifting or straining.
- Pain medication and antibiotics may be prescribed as needed.
- Follow-up appointments are crucial to monitor healing and remove packing.
- For hearing aids, an adjustment period is required for the brain to adapt to amplified sound.
- Avoid air travel and swimming until cleared by the doctor after surgery.
- Auditory rehabilitation or therapy may be recommended to maximize hearing outcomes.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-2 days
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Expected recovery time:
1 day to 6 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering hearing impairment in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for hearing impairment in India include Manipal Hospital Dwarka, Manipal Hospital Jayanagar, Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Manipal Hospital Hebbal, KMC Hospital Mangalore, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform hearing impairment. MediFyr helps you compare ent specialists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for hearing impairment compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Hearing Impairment in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated ent teams and experience managing patients undergoing hearing impairment.
Delhi, India
73 Doctors
Anika Joshi, a 68-year-old retired school...
Anika Joshi, a 68-year-old retired school librarian, had always been the vibrant center of her family. Over the past five years, she had gradually withdrawn from conversations, mishearing her grandchildren and feeling increasingly isolated during social gatherings. Her family noticed she would turn the television volume uncomfortably high and often ask people to repeat themselves. A visit to her ENT, Dr. Sharma, revealed moderate to severe sensorineural hearing loss in both ears, likely age-related. Dr. Sharma recommended binaural hearing aids, explaining they were discreet and could be fine-tuned to her specific hearing profile. Anika was apprehensive, fearing they would make her look old and be difficult to manage. The fitting process was patient and educational. When the audiologist activated them, the world came alive with startling clarity, the rustle of paper, the subtle notes in her favorite raga, her granddaughter's whisper. In the weeks that followed, with adjustments and auditory therapy, her confidence soared. The emotional journey was profound: from the grief and loneliness of silence to the joy of reconnection. She told her daughter, 'I'm not just hearing words again; I'm back in the conversation of my own life.'
ENT Specialists for Hearing Impairment
Explore experienced ent specialists who regularly perform hearing impairment and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 16 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Miot Hospital Chennai, Chennai
- 21 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore
- 14 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road, Bangalore
- 9 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
- 26 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 24 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 21 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 18 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 43 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 38 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 36 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 24 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 29 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 20 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Patiala, Patiala
- 10 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Patiala, Patiala
- 14 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Mysore, Mysore
- 14 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Mysore, Mysore
- 19 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore
- 8 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Kharadi, Pune
- 26 Years Experience
- ENT Specialist
Manipal Hospital Jayanagar, Bangalore