Pregnant Sudden Hearing Loss
I’m 11.5 weeks pregnant and for past 2.5 weeks I thought I had a clogged ear which actually turned out to be sudden low frequency hearing loss. ENT recommended treatment is steroids, which after some research I’m hesitant about given early stage pregnancy. I asked my OB to confirm for safety. Also, given treatment is most effective within the first two weeks, I don’t want a risk for lower efficacy since it’s been more than 2 weeks.
My question is: if not steroids, how do I get relief? My left ear is SO uncomfortable. It feels like my body is out of balance and I feel such fullness in my ear that is nonstop uncomfortable. Hearing deep voices and background sounds is trouble, but the discomfort is just so abnormal.
Note: doctor confirmed it’s not due to any fluid buildup!