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Post-Treatment => Post-Treatment => Topic started by: Brewers7 on September 10, 2013, 02:20:55 pm

Title: Transear vs. BAHA
Post by: Brewers7 on September 10, 2013, 02:20:55 pm

After having a Transear for 2 1/2 years and a change in my  insurance company, I decided to get a BAHA.  Surgery to install the  abutment was on June 6.  I was "plugged in" yesterday.  On the plus side, the difference in sound clarity is amazing! I am thrilled.  On the downside, according to the audiologist who I saw yesterday, I may have some infection around the abutment site.  I have an appointment to see the oto on the 23rd.  Also, I have had some hassles with the new insurance carrier.  Hopefully, these matters will be resolved soon.  So, I guess the jury is still out but leaning heavily in favor of the BAHA. 

Title: Re: Transear vs. BAHA
Post by: CHD63 on September 10, 2013, 03:08:51 pm

Check with your ENT, but it should be all right to put some Neosporin or Triple antibiotic ointment around the base of the abutment.  Two weeks is a long time to let a possible infection brew!

Clarice

Title: Re: Transear vs. BAHA
Post by: Brewers7 on September 11, 2013, 07:06:10 pm

They worked me in today since I have a hx of MRSA. He took a culture. Results Friday.   I am exhausted. I think in part from so much sound and stress over the infection.

Title: Re: Transear vs. BAHA
Post by: Brewers7 on September 13, 2013, 01:52:36 pm

staph

Title: Re: Transear vs. BAHA
Post by: CHD63 on September 13, 2013, 02:15:43 pm

Whew!  At least staph is more easily treated than MRSA!!

Prayers continue .....

Clarice

Title: Re: Transear vs. BAHA
Post by: Brewers7 on September 16, 2013, 09:33:31 am

Thanks Clarice.  I go back for a checkup Wednesday, but I think it is better.