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Hi everybody,
It has been several weeks since I have been able to post anything here, and I wanted to touch base to communicate, and bring you up to date.
About 6 weeks ago, I woke up one morning, and could not hear. I have had some hearing loss and tinnitus in my right ear for years, but always had very good hearing in my left ear. But this particular morning, I literally could not hear from either ear. I could hear noises, but everything sounded like it was in another room with the door closed. All music was distorted, and I could tell I was hearing human voices, but not clearly enough to understand, unless I was watching their mouth move while they are speaking loudly to me.
I went to my doctor, and he prescribed a steroid for me, and said if it didn't get better, to see my ENT specialist. Last week it started getting worse, so I went to my ENT. After a series of tests, I have been diagnosed with Bilateral Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss (BSNHL) - a rare neurological condition which causes sudden and often permanent hearing loss. I am scheduled to have an MRI to rule out any brain tumors. I have a neurological condition called Charcot-Marie_Tooth, which is known to cause BSNHL, and I am sure that will be determined to be the culprit.
My doctors are taking an aggressive approach to try to bring life back to the affected nerves causing my hearing loss. I am on a very strong steroid treatment, and have further tests scheduled to determine if steroid injections in my ears may be an option. Hearing-wise, I have some days better than others. But it is very difficult for me to listen to music.
Please forgive the length of this post, but the last thing I want any of you to think is that I have simply disappeared from this forum due to lack of interest, or dedication to all my friends here. Music has been an extremely major part of my entire life, and PG Music has probably given me more musical satisfaction than just about anything else this side of Heaven. I so appreciate all of you here on this forum. Please keep writing from your hearts, and as soon as I can, I will be back here with a vengeance!
I am doing well. I am upbeat. I am hopeful, and more importantly, I have faith! I thank God for all He has done for me, and for all He is doing in me now. I do appreciate your prayers! You will be hearing more from me soon!
God bless,
Steve Young
Steve Young Music"In order to compose, all you need to do is remember a tune that nobody else has thought of." - Robert Schumann
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Dear Steve,
I am so very sorry to hear about what's been happening to you. I can't imagine what you must be going through. Please know that I am sending many healing thoughts and prayers your way.
Your southern hemisphere friend,
Noel
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Sorry to hear about your illness Steve. You have positively influenced and impacted many people here on the forum and write, produce, arrange and perform at the very top level of BIAB. Thoughts and prayers to you as you work through this.
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Steve....
I'll sincerely hope the 'aggressive' steroid approach results in sorting it all out.
This getting old is not for the faint of heart.
Wishing you well.
Carry on....
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Steve,
It was your music that brought me to BIAB. For that I will forever be grateful. I sincerely hope there will be much more music to come.
My heart goes out to you.
Wishing you a miracle.
fj
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I'm sorry to hear Steve  I can only imagine what that must be like to deal with. Your in all our thoughts here at PG Music - hope you have a swift recovery 
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Your music and positive attitude has long been an inspiration to the two of us.
That attitude and your faith will see you through this. We wish you a complete recovery and lots of music to come!!
J&B
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Steve, it saddens me so much to hear this! I want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers and I will be believing in agreement with you that you will be healed of this and that you will be soon back here posting music again. I would encourage you to stay positive and rest in the comfort and knowledge that you are in good hands. Thanks, Torrey
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Steve, I'm sorry you are having these problems. But you have the right attitude and a firm belief in God. You can be sure that you are in our prayers.
Me, it's not about how many times you fail, it's about how many times you get back up.
Cop, that's not how field sobriety tests work.
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Steve, I am so saddened to hear this
you are an inspiration to me also
I agree with most all the comments here
your level of musicianship is so high
your writing, your voice, your mixes are always the highest quality
I've been having my own hearing issues for the past couple of years
so much so that the ENT people know me on a first name basis
I hope for the best for you, that you find healing and recovery
Kenny
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Steve
Sorry to hear about your health issues. I'll add my name to all the supportive comments above.
Good luck and hopefully things will work out.
Peter
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Hi, Steve !
I will pray for you to
get as much back of your
hearing !
Take Care Steve !
This forum is where
you belong !!!
Get as well as humanely
possible !:))
Cheers
Dani
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Oh my friend, I am so sorry this is happening to you. My husband and I will be standing with you in prayer as I know so many others on this forum will be doing also. Hugs, Josie
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Hi, Steve. I'm sorry to hear about your hearing issues - I'll be praying for your good recovery. It always brightens up my day when I get to hear another one of your songs, both because of the positive outlook and musical excellence.  Thanks for sharing with us!
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Steve. I am so sorry to hear this. I am praying for you.
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Steve,
Di and I send our sincerest wishes for a recovery and more of your impeccable music in the future. Warm wishes and prayers for you. When the forums are not graced with a song from you, the silence roars. He will see you through in the way he knows is best for you. Stand firm and think positive. God Bless.
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Thank you so much, to all of you for your so kind and supportive words! Really means a lot to me. I so appreciate your prayers. I am staying in hope and faith that I will be back soon, and able to not only submit my songs, but give a good listen to all of your creativity. In my opinion, PG Music is the best tool out there for anyone interested in making music. Their staff is always at the top of their game, always supportive, and eager to help. I'm sure this comes from the top. Dr. Gannon, thanks for starting this great company, and always keeping it on the path of excellence! I have been working the last few days on a mix, without the use of my hearing. I am used to using meters when I mix, and know pretty much what sounds "look like". I do have extremely limited levels of hearing, very awkward and inadequate to really enjoy anything I am listening to. Everything is just undistinguishable, so I am working off of memory. I will try to post what I've done tomorrow, if I get the chance, so you can tell me how bad it is. I am determined to work my way through this, while resting in the peace and knowledge that God will provide in this situation, as He always has blessed me with infinitely more that I could deserve, or hope for. Thanks again for your support! You guys are the best! Steve
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Steve,
I'm so sorry to hear about your hearing issues. I also would like add my name to all the supportive comments above.
I hope for the best for you, that you find healing and recovery.
Best regards.
Shigeki Adachi
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So sorry to hear about your medical issues Steve. It is amazing how fragile we all are and we hardly ever think about that or appreciate the wonderful gifts we have. You are an extremely gifted musician and songwriter. I wish you a swift and complete recovery. Keep the faith. Take care. Greg
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