hearing

Somewhat scared. Apparently there is a hearing loss condition (otosclerosis, ossification of the middle ear structures) that may be worsened depending on estrogen levels. One minor thing I had this year was feelings of clogged ears ever so often, for which I had a hearing test. I have no reduced hearing, but it did seem as though I have some sort of middle ear constriction. My father has significant hearing loss, so worry of the morning is that my HRT may be accelerating a hearing loss condition, which would be horrible. Now, I absolutely need hormonal transition, but I also want my hearing to remain good. So need to have this investigated further, and to check it regularly, and to do all I can to prevent it while still getting the treatment I need.

EDIT: Mother believes I do not have father’s otosclerosis, but rather her tendency to constricted ear canals. And it is true, early otosclerosis symptoms are still hearing loss or dizziness, not ears feeling clogged, so even if I were to have some early stage otosclerosis, that would still mean no hearing reduction, and more importantly not be the reason behind my clogged ears. Will still take fluoride preemptively if I find it, and ensure proper hydration…