Topic: Rider having Surgery due to medical problem (Read 4435 times)

Vagabond6542 · « **on:** April 04, 2012, 07:38:04 PM »

Well Members,
Age finally caught up with me. As of the first week of March, a Meniere's Disease attack took out my hearing. After one ENT with two visits confirmed what happened, my hearing loss is approximately 90%. On May 07, 2012 another ENT, that does Cochlear Implants, will have a consultation with me on the outcome of such a procedure. Meanwhile, its a quiet world with a lot of silent TV. i don't dare ride, it affects balance as well. Till I get use to using eyes as ears, that is.

Vagabond (George)

For those who thrive on accuracy, go to site http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0001721/.
And for those who wish to know the worst case scenario for Menier's Disease. go to site http://www.nidcd.nih.gov/health/hearing/pages/coch.aspx

Unbalanced · « **Reply #1 on:** April 04, 2012, 07:42:38 PM »

Wow George, hope everything works out ok for you. Wish you the best for a speedy resolve to the issue.

Hugh Janis · « **Reply #2 on:** April 04, 2012, 07:44:01 PM »

HANG IN THERE GEORGE! (SORRY FOR YELLIN)

LovemyCVOgirl · « **Reply #3 on:** April 04, 2012, 07:52:24 PM »

George sorry to read about your hearing, but 90% of everything said isn't worth listening too. I hope you can get the Cochlear Implants.
~Judy

dlaws01 · « **Reply #4 on:** April 04, 2012, 07:55:14 PM »

I hope that the implant option is available to you and that your hearing is improved. I can still hear but with a constant roar. God bless you.

erniezap · « **Reply #5 on:** April 04, 2012, 07:55:52 PM »

Sorry to hear this! Hope everything works out!

Harley Guy · « **Reply #6 on:** April 04, 2012, 08:01:24 PM »

Sorry for you.
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Good luck going forward
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Rooster · « **Reply #7 on:** April 04, 2012, 08:39:56 PM »

Really hope that can work for you. Hang in there.

1sharprdkg · « **Reply #8 on:** April 04, 2012, 08:58:54 PM »

Get well soon George.

Trapperdog · « **Reply #9 on:** April 04, 2012, 09:14:37 PM »

Wow, I hope May 7th brings you some good news!

Skillet · « **Reply #10 on:** April 04, 2012, 09:18:01 PM »

Wishing you the best and a speedy recovery.

VaEagle · « **Reply #11 on:** April 04, 2012, 11:34:18 PM »

Wow sorry to see that happen to you. There will be positive thoughts and prayers for you George.

GregKhougaz · « **Reply #12 on:** April 04, 2012, 11:56:51 PM »

George,

Very sorry to read of your misfortune. Good luck with the implants or whatever recovery you can get. I hope to read about you back on the road soon! You shall be in my prayers.

GK

MAT · « **Reply #13 on:** April 05, 2012, 12:11:35 AM »

George,
Every problem has a solution, I'll pray yours is right around the corner.

Porschestan · « **Reply #14 on:** April 05, 2012, 12:39:44 AM »

Best wishes for a good result..

SG Racer · « **Reply #15 on:** April 05, 2012, 12:52:51 AM »

Hope all turns out well. Will keep you in my prayers.

Mrs Rooster · « **Reply #16 on:** April 05, 2012, 01:31:11 AM »

George you don't have to stop riding. You can be Jude's BSR for awhile. I am just trying to make light of something serious. I hope you appointments go good so you can get back on 2 wheels.

Twolanerider · « **Reply #17 on:** April 05, 2012, 02:08:07 AM »

Just saw your thread George. That sucks. Had never heard of that diagnosis before. Just read a bit on it. That really sucks. Will keep the finger crossed you come out with an improved outcome.

Vagabond6542 · « **Reply #18 on:** April 05, 2012, 05:07:34 AM »

To All those that have viewed and replied,
I thank you for your uplifting thoughts and intentions. I'm crossing fingers and toes, as well to looking at a Higher Power( we all know Who He Is.).
Vagabond(George)

willyB · « **Reply #19 on:** April 05, 2012, 08:55:44 AM »

Hopefully you have a speedy recovery. Best of luck and God Bless.

spydglide · « **Reply #20 on:** April 05, 2012, 09:33:54 AM »

Sorry to read this George. But, as we age into our 'golden years' (aaarrgh

), it is one thing after another. Hope for the best in finding some recovery to your hearing and the adjustments you're gonna have coming your way.

spyder

JCZ · « **Reply #21 on:** April 05, 2012, 09:52:16 AM »

Man, I'm really sorry to hear this. I sure hope everything turns out successful and you're able to get back in the saddle again!

miker · « **Reply #22 on:** April 05, 2012, 10:18:44 AM »

Get well soon George!

Fired00d · « **Reply #23 on:** April 05, 2012, 11:21:59 AM »

Hang in there George, wishing you a full and speedy recovery.

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

ultrafxr · « **Reply #24 on:** April 05, 2012, 12:32:49 PM »

Wishing all the best for you.

kravnut · « **Reply #25 on:** April 05, 2012, 12:47:56 PM »

Sorry to hear that, hope all turns out for the best for you.

Vagabond6542 · « **Reply #26 on:** April 05, 2012, 02:08:27 PM »

Quote from: Mrs Rooster on April 05, 2012, 01:31:11 AM

George you don't have to stop riding. You can be Jude's BSR for awhile. I am just trying to make light of something serious. I hope you appointments go good so you can get back on 2 wheels.

Does that mean I have to find my "My Woman is the driver" shirt???

Eagle Eye · « **Reply #27 on:** April 05, 2012, 02:45:56 PM »

Hope all works out for you George. Prayers for healing on the way brother!

Ken

ccr · « **Reply #28 on:** April 05, 2012, 02:49:52 PM »

Hi George, get better soon. I just know you will.
Much love and healing vibes sent you way.

Jock · « **Reply #29 on:** April 06, 2012, 09:10:13 PM »

George,

I will be thinkin' of you and lifting you and Judy up in prayer...In the meantime I am recalling our great times and lookin' forward to some new ones in the future. Keep the faith!

Vagabond6542 · « **Reply #30 on:** April 07, 2012, 12:59:07 AM »

Quote from: Jock on April 06, 2012, 09:10:13 PM

George,

I will be thinkin' of you and lifting you and Judy up in prayer...In the meantime I am recalling our great times and lookin' forward to some new ones in the future. Keep the faith!

Thank you Jock, I remember that Photo. Those were great times and I hope Judy and I will enjoy more of them with you soon.
The September Move from Maryland to North Carolina had taken its' toll on both of us. Judy with her medication requirements and me, well, I can qualify as a fire fighter. I had many situations to control. Now a new one. Thank you for the Prayers.

Vagabond6542 · « **Reply #31 on:** April 09, 2012, 06:13:49 PM »

This is a followup. Since the Meniere's Attack in the first week of March, there have been some unusual side effects(?). My psychology has taken a turn for the worst in behavior patterns that is not my normal patterns. The Disease will reveal how solid and stable the mindset is constructed. Just a note for any one who wishes to jump into one of these.

As of this post, Hearing has been a real challenge, wears the relationship a tad. Almost can "hear" with my eyes. Joking of course.
Will update as time goes by.

Vagabond6542 · « **Reply #32 on:** May 11, 2012, 02:20:03 AM »

Well, a new update.
When it rains, it pours. The home front took a hit, the heat pump to the home went out. Went into $$$$$ to correct the problem and had to put the second ENT on hold to July( next available appointment). Nature is healing the impact of hearing, but not by much. Thank you for your support.

Craigisdad · « **Reply #33 on:** May 11, 2012, 09:34:08 PM »

Hang in there, hope things turn around for you soon. Good luck!!

Vagabond6542 · « **Reply #34 on:** May 13, 2012, 12:43:32 AM »

Quote from: Craigisdad on May 11, 2012, 09:34:08 PM

Hang in there, hope things turn around for you soon. Good luck!!

Craigisdad,
Thank you for the positive influence. I hope to see the light at the end of this long tunnel soon.

Indenial · « **Reply #35 on:** May 13, 2012, 08:45:10 AM »

Thanks for sharing. I'll be praying for you and your family.

JR · « **Reply #36 on:** May 13, 2012, 09:59:13 AM »

Hey George! I just read this thread and so sorry to read about your hearing. Praying for you man! Please keep us informed what's happening so we know how and what to pray for. God Bless ya buddy!

JR

DDavidson · « **Reply #37 on:** May 14, 2012, 02:26:28 AM »

George, sorry this has happened. This has had a major impact on your life and will continue to impact you in the future. Losing it, becoming impatient, getting angry, feeling sorry for yourself, etc. are all normal reactions to tragic events. The strengths of you and yours will get all of you through this in time.

I'm sure all in the CVO family are hoping the best for you as you struggle through this tough time and we're all looking forward to the days when you can again start doing the things you enjoy most. We are all just a keystroke away and hope you continue to communicate with us even if your riding is temporarily on hold.

Be patient and take care of yourself.

Don

Vagabond6542 · « **Reply #38 on:** May 14, 2012, 11:24:06 PM »

Quote from: Indenial on May 13, 2012, 08:45:10 AM

Thanks for sharing. I'll be praying for you and your family.

Indenial, Thank for your prayers. They are definitely needed.

Vagabond6542 · « **Reply #39 on:** May 14, 2012, 11:45:02 PM »

Quote from: JR on May 13, 2012, 09:59:13 AM

Hey George! I just read this thread and so sorry to read about your hearing. Praying for you man! Please keep us informed what's happening so we know how and what to pray for. God Bless ya buddy!

JR

Thank you JR, pray for everything. A new situation came over the horizon, Vags SO(Judy)'s father (88 yrs) is having medical problems. Question is for how long. Kidneys are functioning at 30%. She will be wreck somewhere down the timeline.

Vagabond6542 · « **Reply #40 on:** May 14, 2012, 11:59:41 PM »

Quote from: DDavidson on May 14, 2012, 02:26:28 AM

George, sorry this has happened. This has had a major impact on your life and will continue to impact you in the future. Losing it, becoming impatient, getting angry, feeling sorry for yourself, etc. are all normal reactions to tragic events. The strengths of you and yours will get all of you through this in time.

I'm sure all in the CVO family are hoping the best for you as you struggle through this tough time and we're all looking forward to the days when you can again start doing the things you enjoy most. We are all just a keystroke away and hope you continue to communicate with us even if your riding is temporarily on hold.

Be patient and take care of yourself.

Don

DDavidson, thank you for the words of camaraderie. They are greatly appreciated. There's a lot on the "plate" now. And a about to be 70 yr old mind to handle it.

CVOJIMMYC · « **Reply #41 on:** May 15, 2012, 01:53:53 AM »

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you George Best wishes for a speedy return to the open road man !

Vagabond6542 · « **Reply #42 on:** October 23, 2012, 08:01:35 PM »

Update: To any one interested, on September 12, 2012 the left ear received a cochlear implant to aid in hearing. There has been two sessions with an audiologist to get the global frequency map to aid the recipient in hearing. This technology is intriguing, but is not as good as riding my Harley. Oh! The balance is coming back as well.

dlaws01 · « **Reply #43 on:** October 23, 2012, 08:16:32 PM »

My prayers for your continued successes! I hope they can restore enough of your hearing that you can enjoy life. God be with you and your family.

Robmay · « **Reply #44 on:** October 23, 2012, 08:25:41 PM »

Glad to hear you are doing better!

RJW · « **Reply #45 on:** October 23, 2012, 10:12:20 PM »

Quote from: Vagabond6542 on October 23, 2012, 08:01:35 PM

Update: To any one interested, on September 12, 2012 the left ear received a cochlear implant to aid in hearing. There has been two sessions with an audiologist to get the global frequency map to aid the recipient in hearing. This technology is intriguing, but is not as good as riding my Harley. Oh! The balance is coming back as well.

great news

LovemyCVOgirl · « **Reply #46 on:** October 23, 2012, 10:21:36 PM »

:OUTSTANDING

cvobiker · « **Reply #47 on:** October 23, 2012, 10:28:54 PM »

Awesome News

... Prayers will keep going for a full recovery

Vagabond6542 · « **Reply #48 on:** October 24, 2012, 03:07:46 AM »

Quote from: dlaws01 on October 23, 2012, 08:16:32 PM

My prayers for your continued successes! I hope they can restore enough of your hearing that you can enjoy life. God be with you and your family.

dlaws01,
Thank you for your prayers. The hearing had been restored to the left ear that went south in 1996. I can hear well, but tonal quality needs to be improved. That ear had a loss of 92%, now is come back to approximately 8% loss. And God be with you and your family.

Vagabond6542 · « **Reply #49 on:** October 24, 2012, 03:11:23 AM »

Quote from: Robmay on October 23, 2012, 08:25:41 PM

Glad to hear you are doing better!

Robmay,
Thank you, It will take time to have tonal quality for hearing. I think this is a new technology for them. I'm using past audio and signal conditioning experience to aid them.

Vagabond6542 · « **Reply #50 on:** October 24, 2012, 03:13:22 AM »

Quote from: RJW on October 23, 2012, 10:12:20 PM

great news

RJW,
Yes sir, you are right. Thank you for your support.

Vagabond6542 · « **Reply #51 on:** October 24, 2012, 03:15:32 AM »

Quote from: LovemyCVOgirl on October 23, 2012, 10:21:36 PM

:OUTSTANDING

LovemyCVOgirl,
I agree, I am looking for a positive outlook.

Vagabond6542 · « **Reply #52 on:** October 24, 2012, 03:17:29 AM »

Quote from: cvobiker on October 23, 2012, 10:28:54 PM

Awesome News ... Prayers will keep going for a full recovery

cvobiker,
Thank you for your prayers. It had been a trying time.

miker · « **Reply #53 on:** October 24, 2012, 07:58:25 AM »

Yeah George!

Vagabond6542 · « **Reply #54 on:** October 24, 2012, 02:50:52 PM »

Quote from: miker on October 24, 2012, 07:58:25 AM

Yeah George!

Thank you, Miker

ccr · « **Reply #55 on:** October 24, 2012, 09:37:40 PM »

such good news

Vagabond6542 · « **Reply #56 on:** October 25, 2012, 04:30:09 AM »

Quote from: Mrs.We on October 24, 2012, 09:37:40 PM

such good news

Mrs.We, yes it is good news and I appreciated your support.

Vagabond6542 · « **Reply #57 on:** October 25, 2012, 04:59:36 AM »

New updated;
October 29 will be round three with the Audiologist to get the Global Frequency map adjusted for optimal tonal quality and speech understanding.
Then...... I get to see the surgeon that did the implant, I think the darn thing moved under my skin while sleeping. The receiver is a magnetic coupling device with a rf link that receives its' power and audio information from the outside DSP( a microcomputer with algorithms that controls everything). i don't think this will be my last session for a while. There will be more sessions.

For the Tech buffs;
The DSP will control and give the exciting energy to 7 electrodes in the Cochlea in 7 known frequency sections of the Cochlea.
The Frequency range of the DSP, I've been told, is 150 Hz to 8.5 Khz. I think I have heard a Higher piercing tone, 10 Khz?

maybe?
The input source is a controlled microphone in the forward part of the ear ornament. So is the driving amplifier to give loudness or softness to the hearing. This is done with a smart remote.

As I learn more, I will pass it on.

hogasm · « **Reply #58 on:** October 25, 2012, 06:09:41 PM »

This is fantastic news George.

Do the Docs think you will be on 2 wheels again

Vagabond6542 · « **Reply #59 on:** October 25, 2012, 07:00:19 PM »

Quote from: hogasm on October 25, 2012, 06:09:41 PM

This is fantastic news George.

Do the Docs think you will be on 2 wheels again

hogasm,
Yes, this is fantastic for the left ear, which hasn't worked since 1996.
On the question of 2 wheels, it was recommended to check balance issues that come with Meniere's Disease. I think since 1996, I have been compensating for the lost of the left ear. I've tested the balance in the garage with the CVO running. I think it is manageable. The surgeon thinks I can get a handle on the balance. This was before the Sept. 12th surgery.
Great to "hear" from you.

LovemyCVOgirl · « **Reply #60 on:** October 25, 2012, 07:19:22 PM »

Quote from: Vagabond6542 on October 25, 2012, 07:00:19 PM

hogasm,
Yes, this is fantastic for the left ear, which hasn't worked since 1996.
On the question of 2 wheels, it was recommended to check balance issues that come with Meniere's Disease. I think since 1996, I have been compensating for the lost of the left ear. I've tested the balance in the garage with the CVO running. I think it is manageable. The surgeon thinks I can get a handle on the balance. This was before the Sept. 12th surgery.
Great to "hear" from you.

Vagabond, Your story has touched me and I consider you a "hero" for your perseverance in battling Meniere's Disease. I wish you continued success and my prayers are sent your way. Soon you will be back on your MC and I'm sure in the future our path's will cross in MV.
~Judy

Vagabond6542 · « **Reply #61 on:** October 25, 2012, 07:53:10 PM »

Quote from: LovemyCVOgirl on October 25, 2012, 07:19:22 PM

Vagabond, Your story has touched me and I consider you a "hero" for your perseverance in battling Meniere's Disease. I wish you continued success and my prayers are sent your way. Soon you will be back on your MC and I'm sure in the future our path's will cross in MV.
~Judy

LovemyCVOgirl,
Thank you for your comment, in the perseverance department, I'm only doing what has to been done in order to maintain "normal".
Life is nothing more than a series of tests and you make the best of it. Win some...lose some.

Twolanerider · « **Reply #62 on:** October 25, 2012, 08:22:32 PM »

Hadn't noticed the new activity (in your thread or your head) George. That's great. Really pleased to read of the progress even if there is some fine tuning yet to do. Keep feeling better man.

MAT · « **Reply #63 on:** October 27, 2012, 10:14:32 AM »

Great news, and good luck with the progress, hopefully you can get back on the bike and ride safely!

Prayers will go out to you and your progress!

Mike

Vagabond6542 · « **Reply #64 on:** October 28, 2012, 11:15:10 AM »

Quote from: Twolanerider on October 25, 2012, 08:22:32 PM

Hadn't noticed the new activity (in your thread or your head) George. That's great. Really pleased to read of the progress even if there is some fine tuning yet to do. Keep feeling better man.

Twolanerider,
Thank you for the positive response. It has been an ongoing situation with the Implant. Someday, who knows, I might be able to hear Bach again.

Vagabond6542 · « **Reply #65 on:** October 28, 2012, 11:18:44 AM »

Quote from: MAT on October 27, 2012, 10:14:32 AM

Great news, and good luck with the progress, hopefully you can get back on the bike and ride safely!

Prayers will go out to you and your progress!

Mike

Mike,
Thank you for your prayers, they have been appreciated. So far, this has been a battle that took exteme measures to correct. Now I have a "bionic ear" due to the implant.

George

Vagabond6542 · « **Reply #66 on:** November 02, 2012, 02:46:43 AM »

Update: Conferred with the surgeon, implant receptacle didn't move. that was great news.
The third tuning improved the tonal quality,but, it is still not a normal sounding quality. There are parameters' to consider.

For the Tech Buffs;

Incorrect on the number of electrodes, there are 12 instead of 7.
They do not handle frequency as expected. Each electrode is assigned in a logarithmic fashion than in linear fashion in the set of frequencies that it transmit to the Cochlear. This medical marvel has not been explored to gain maximum clarity in speech recognition to the human brain. They are still learning at UNC Chapel Hill, NC.

Vagabond

amigo Jorge · « **Reply #67 on:** November 02, 2012, 04:03:34 PM »

Get well soon mi amigo.....

Vagabond6542 · « **Reply #68 on:** November 03, 2012, 08:05:08 AM »

Quote from: amigo Jorge on November 02, 2012, 04:03:34 PM

Get well soon mi amigo.....

Jorge,

It is great to "hear" from you again, Thank you for the well wishes. As the progress has indicated, there were a great deal of issues to overcome. Thanks again mi amigo.

Vagabond

Author Topic: Rider having Surgery due to medical problem (Read 4435 times)

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