I’ve actually had three incidents of sudden hearing loss. First was in 2014 on my left ear; the second was a few years later in my right ear, and a couple of weeks ago again in my left. My original ENT said it was likely a virus. When he retired, I selected an ENT as Stanford Healthcare. She said they use the virus cause when they have no real idea. I do know my dad had sudden hearing loss at about the same age as I experienced my first bout, so I think hereditary factors are certainly in play. And, yes, I did the full prednisone, then inner ear injections with no effect…..other than moon face from the prednisone.

I’ll look up cochlear migraines. As to being in good hands, the Stanford Ear Institute is ranked #5 in the country, so I’m quite comfortable with that. Thanks for your post.