Ms_D Posted June 14, 2016 Report Share Posted June 14, 2016 I finally went to my local doctor about my congested coughing for over a month. They did about 6 x-rays on me and told me to keep my processor on. I've always thought I was to take it off on such occasions so not to risk damage to the processor. I have read online that medical x-rays can potentially damage the microphone of the processor. You would think at an Ear, Nose, Throat doctor's office, they would be aware of such possibilities or just simply have me take it off just to be safe. I'm on prescription medicine to get me cleared up of my congestion. :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HearPeers Heroes Mary Beth Posted June 14, 2016 HearPeers Heroes Report Share Posted June 14, 2016 On page 32 of the Sonnet manual it says not to use it near X-rays. Just posting this for future reference. I sure hope you feel better soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms_D Posted June 14, 2016 Author Report Share Posted June 14, 2016 I told them that I think it is suppose to be taken off for it, but they said to keep it on because it won't interfere. Thanks for the reference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms_D Posted June 14, 2016 Author Report Share Posted June 14, 2016 I was wearing the Rondo when this happened Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms_D Posted June 14, 2016 Author Report Share Posted June 14, 2016 We just talked with a Med-El technician. We explained what happened and they were amazed that the x-ray technician would insist that I leave it on. The Med-El technician said since it is still working the same as before the x-rays, then it probably is alright. At least we have warranty on the device. I am always so very careful with my processors. I take real good care of them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HearPeers Heroes Mary Beth Posted June 14, 2016 HearPeers Heroes Report Share Posted June 14, 2016 I know you do, Donna. We rely on these to hear. They are like detachable parts of our bodies! Smile. I'm glad your Rondo is working fine. Ms_D 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms_D Posted June 14, 2016 Author Report Share Posted June 14, 2016 :-) Yep...they are such a big part of us. :-) Thanks. I wasn't saying you were saying that I wasn't being careful - I was just a bit miffed at the x-ray technician for insisting that I wear it. I should have went with what I think was best. Well, I am not going to let it happen again. Being dependent on these devices for us to hear, it is needful that we take care of them. :-) Mary Beth 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HearPeers Heroes Mary Beth Posted June 15, 2016 HearPeers Heroes Report Share Posted June 15, 2016 You have had quite a week. I hope you feel better soon. Rest easy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HearPeers Heroes Ivana Marinac Posted June 15, 2016 HearPeers Heroes Report Share Posted June 15, 2016 Unfortunately, people do not usually meet with these devices so they just do not think about it. I have always removed my hearing aids and today - I can`t even remember at which particular medical condition I would use X-rays. Lots of fluid, try to decongest your nose because sinonasal mucosa is actually unified all down to lungs through bronchi. That`s why, it is especially important to release opening of sinuses so any content from them can be removed not toward our lungs than through the nose. On this way it won`t deposit itself in lower parts of the respiratory system. For instant, nasal drops. Ms_D 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms_D Posted June 17, 2016 Author Report Share Posted June 17, 2016 Thanks Ivana. :-) I'm using nasal spray again, and I'm on an antibiotic. I'm definitely trying to drink lots of water. Ivana Marinac 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HearPeers Heroes Ivana Marinac Posted June 27, 2016 HearPeers Heroes Report Share Posted June 27, 2016 You`re welcome... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms_D Posted June 28, 2016 Author Report Share Posted June 28, 2016 The good news is: It looks as if this congestion is almost completely cleared up! I haven't had much congested coughing in about two or three days. :-) In fact, I am rarely coughing. Ivana Marinac 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HearPeers Heroes Ivana Marinac Posted June 28, 2016 HearPeers Heroes Report Share Posted June 28, 2016 It was about the time... Nasal posterior drip was the cause of cough... Regular nasal irrigation will lessen it. Ms_D 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HearPeers Heroes Kay Posted August 3, 2016 HearPeers Heroes Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 I had a mammogram shortly after I got activated and the technician said she had never heard of the problem with x-rays. She called and asked about it but I don't think the one she called knew either. She said she didn't think it would hurt and "are you I sure?" I took it off. Maybe the x-ray profession needs to be made aware of this.☺ Ms_D 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms_D Posted August 10, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 I had a mammogram shortly after I got activated and the technician said she had never heard of the problem with x-rays. She called and asked about it but I don't think the one she called knew either. She said she didn't think it would hurt and "are you I sure?" I took it off. Maybe the x-ray profession needs to be made aware of this.☺ Kay, I think the same thing. Those in that field should be made aware of such things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HearPeers Heroes Kara of Canada Posted August 10, 2016 HearPeers Heroes Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 I read in my manual that x rays are ok but the processor should' be off and away from it. Mammograms are safe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HearPeers Heroes Ivana Marinac Posted August 11, 2016 HearPeers Heroes Report Share Posted August 11, 2016 Generally, problem is everything what has - a magnet. Only MRI truly has it. Ms_D 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HearPeers Heroes Adam Posted August 17, 2016 HearPeers Heroes Report Share Posted August 17, 2016 I have had more than my share of x-rays as I'm sure Ivana can verify ? I have never been told to take them off or keep them on. Just for clarity and ease to see x-ray, I take them off. Usually set them on a table in the room. I have never had issues doing that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HearPeers Heroes Ivana Marinac Posted August 17, 2016 HearPeers Heroes Report Share Posted August 17, 2016 Yeah Adam...:D Still, like Hopkins says - it is good to take off the outer part: http://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/otolaryngology/specialty_areas/listencenter/faq.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HearPeers Heroes Adam Posted August 17, 2016 HearPeers Heroes Report Share Posted August 17, 2016 Yes I do take it off. I just tell them to point which way to turn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HearPeers Heroes Ivana Marinac Posted August 18, 2016 HearPeers Heroes Report Share Posted August 18, 2016 Which way to turn what? I lost myself little bit... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HearPeers Heroes Kay Posted August 18, 2016 HearPeers Heroes Report Share Posted August 18, 2016 Ivana, I think it's which way to turn his body Ivana Marinac 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HearPeers Heroes Adam Posted August 18, 2016 HearPeers Heroes Report Share Posted August 18, 2016 Yep, Kay is correct. Usually I am in the prone position and they take films from various angles Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HearPeers Heroes Ivana Marinac Posted August 18, 2016 HearPeers Heroes Report Share Posted August 18, 2016 7 hours ago, Kay said: Ivana, I think it's which way to turn his body Thank you Kay - for clarifying to me. Adam sometimes forgets on me... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HearPeers Heroes Ivana Marinac Posted August 18, 2016 HearPeers Heroes Report Share Posted August 18, 2016 3 hours ago, Adamfit said: Yep, Kay is correct. Usually I am in the prone position and they take films from various angles Pardon me Adan - I was just too curious... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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