Today Dad was taken to see an audiologist because of concerns about his hearing.  It was confirmed that Dad has lost nearly all hearing in his right ear as a result of the accident.  This hearing loss is permanent, unfortunately.  He cannot hear voices at all, but does have minimal hearing of some tones.  The audiologist indiated that it is possible that this hearing loss was actually caused from the cerebral spinal fluid leak rather than from the accident itself, but there is no way of knowing that. 

The hearing in Dad's left ear is good.  Dad was told that it will be very important for him to protect his left ear from this point on.  He needs to wear an ear plug whenever he is surrounded by loud noise, such as when he mows the lawn. 

The audiologist also referred Dad to an ENT (ear nose and throat specialist) to have his balance issues and dizziness evaluated and hopefully taken care of. 

Thanks to all of you for your continued prayers, thoughts, and support as Dad continues on his road to recovery.