Does Stapedectomy Affect Sound Quality or Make Hearing Feel Unnatural?
4 months ago
I am worried that stapedectomy surgery might permanently change the way I hear certain sounds or make them feel unnatural. Do patients usually notice differences in sound quality after surgery, or does hearing generally feel normal again?
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Most patients report that hearing after stapedectomy feels natural and balanced. Some may notice subtle changes in perception of high or low tones initially, but these usually normalize over a few weeks as the ear adjusts. Surgeons aim to restore the natural conduction of sound through the middle ear, and long-term hearing quality is generally very good. Any minor differences are often outweighed by the improvement in clarity and reduction of hearing loss. Follow-up hearing tests ensure optimal outcomes.
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