I went to ENT today, also I already finished the CT with contrast and audiology, so specialist approved the surgery to get CI removed due to pain, so it will be on May 22, so procedure will be based on modern method, not 1996 method. My specialist told me that CT scan is mandatory to determine if CI is easier to remove, or any problems and audiology to check to ensure that ears aren't problem.
but I'm pretty uneasy with general anesthesia and intubation, but can't wait to get all over it.
