Sorry, I know the feeling. My barotrauma ear still makes a static sound. Sometimes hearing aids/maskers help.
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Agreed. I have been trying so hard to not let it take top priority in my brain. Allowed myself to have a more normal day yesterday, but went to bed anxious about consequences of doing so, and then when you wake up to it every day, it's the worst reminder and immediate downer.