He got a cochlear implant to see if that will improve hearing that Friedreich's ataxia has taken from him.
I use the word "if" because no one really knows if it will work. He is, as far as anyone knows, the first person with FA to receive a cochlear implant. This makes him a brave, heroic pioneer. If it succeeds, and doctors are cautiously optimistic, then I can get one. But then I am just a wussy follower.
He will deservedly get all the praise for his risk-taking. This is great in the real world, but in the Matt-centric universe I like to live in, the very firmament trembles. I need to do something even more risky -- maybe with nanites.
I am also disturbed because it has long been my goal to become a cyborg. Granted, I prefer this kind of cyborg ... but, you know, baby steps.
4 comments:
that's awesome! prayers that it's successful for your friend!
and omg, that photo is awesome. but what new ears? i didn't notice anything different. ;)
I am laughing out loud!
sdt
Why does everyone say they can't see a difference? You all are so mean! HEE
That picture cracks me up too.
ok this picture is soo great on soo many levels and it goes great with the whole implant thing too. It's kismet, or something
mtc
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