hearing loss after chemo.

Hi,

My chemo was at the end of 2015 ( cytoxan and taxotere ) and I have never been aware of the fact that chemo affects hearing! 

I underwent a hearing evaluation in Toronto the last week ( hearingsolutions.ca/services/hearing-evaluation ) and the audiologist mentioned the possibilities of hearing loss caused by these drugs. Have any of you faced this? Should I use a hearing aid? 

Please share your thoughts.

Thank you.

Hi Arellano_r,

Thank you for your sharing your story on hearing loss and I am sure some of our users will be along to share their experiences and show their support soon. 

 

In the meantime you can always post on our Ask the Nurse board or call our helpline on 0808 800 6000, who will be able to talk you through any questions you have about hearing loss and offer a friendly ear. The opening hours are below:

 

Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
Late opening Wednesday, 9am-7pm
Saturday, 9am-1pm

 

Best wishes, 

Bonita