Hi, I just read your post. I don't have CIs, I am hard of hearing, so with hearing aids, I can hear. I am posting because I see that you are scared to be losing your hearing. I can understand being scared of your life changing. But maybe your life won't change for the worst. Don't let anything steal your joy/happiness. You will be alright, even if you lose all of your hearing - - you will be alright. Stick around this site and you will meet many wonderful people who do not have hearing at all.
Amy