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Hi there

I am profoundly deaf (that means completely, no hearing whatsoever) and I can't use hearing aids.
My hearing nerves are damaged by tumors called acoustic neuromas.

I try not to let the deafness get in the way. But it is difficult ordering in coffee shops, asking for directions etc
I am prone to shying away ... but I have good friends who I love seeing, they always make sure we do deaf-friendly activities (like seeing a movie when subtitles are available!)
I still dance at parties even though I can't hear the music (I probably look like a right prune )

The deafness does cause me to become upset, I often feel like i'm missing out as I used to be hearing so I miss music, voices etc

I suppose a benefit of deafness is it;s driven me to learn sign language