Tinnitus
Tinnitus is a persistent ringing, buzzing, or humming sound in the ears that can fluctuate with hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause.
How to track
- Log ringing episodes with timestamp and duration.
- Rate intensity on a 1-10 scale for trend comparison.
- Note context such as stress level, sleep quality, caffeine, and noise exposure.
- Track correlation with cycle phase (if applicable) or HRT timing.
Common context
Estrogen receptors exist in the auditory pathway, and declining hormone levels can affect nerve signaling from the ears to the brain. About 19% of people in perimenopause or menopause report tinnitus.
What to bring to a clinician
- What daily or weekly pattern appears in tinnitus intensity?
- Does symptom timing align with cycle phase, HRT changes, or stress events?
- Which context factors most often coincide with stronger episodes?