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A 14-year-old boy from Iraq came to Shalby International Hospital, Gurugram, with a quiet struggle that affected his daily life. He had post-lingual deafness , which means he lost his hearing after he had already started learning to speak.
Over time, his hearing became weaker. Hearing aids were no longer helping him. His parents also noticed a delay in his speech. Simple conversations became difficult, and his confidence started to drop. For his family, it was not just about hearing. It was about his future, his education, and his ability to express himself.
When the family came to Shalby International Hospital , Gurugram, they were looking for hope. After a detailed evaluation, our ENT specialists explained that a cochlear implant would be the most effective solution. A cochlear implant is a small electronic device that helps people hear by directly stimulating the hearing nerve.
Unlike hearing aids, which only amplify sound, this device helps the brain receive sound signals more clearly. For this young boy, it was the best chance to hear again, and to rebuild his speech.
The procedure was carefully planned by the experienced ENT team at Shalby International Hospital under the guidance of Dr. Kunal Nigam.
The boy underwent a right ear cochlear implant using the KONSO-3 system with NEXA electrode, one of the most advanced hearing implants available today. This technology was launched recently and is known for providing better sound clarity and long-term performance.
Shalby International Hospital is among the few centres in the world currently offering this advanced implant, making this case even more special.
Surgery was just the beginning. After the implant, the boy started speech therapy and audiology sessions. These sessions help the brain understand new sounds and improve speaking ability step by step.
With consistent therapy and support, he is now on a path where he can:
This case shows how the right treatment at the right time can change a child's future. At Shalby International Hospital, we focus on more than just treatment. We focus on giving patients the ability to live, express, and connect better. For this young boy and his family, it is the beginning of a new chapter, one filled with sound, speech, and possibilities.