Recent content by FXBG

Yes, they gradually increased my dosage, and when I reached 20 mg after the third or fourth day, the tinnitus disappeared completely, which was a very welcome break. However, as I mentioned, the “hyper” feeling eventually became too difficult to cope with. Additionally, Prednisone cannot be...

I have been dealing with near-constant tinnitus for about a year, which began after a long dental procedure involving a loud drill and an extended time in the chair with my neck in an uncomfortable position. My neck muscles have been tight ever since, and they can worsen my tinnitus when I turn...

I am in the same situation. I have been researching SSRIs and tricyclics, but the reported side effects and the uncertainty about whether they increase tinnitus make them seem too risky to try. Like you, my main issues are anxiety and frequent panic attacks. I found that a low dose of Xanax...

I’ve been dealing with a distressing level of tinnitus for about a year. My GP suggested I try Flonase nasal spray, which contains a corticosteroid. Initially, I experienced little to no improvement. However, after researching, I learned that if tinnitus is caused entirely or partly by...

Update: The doctor said it is a very rare side effect, but I began experiencing a heavy, depressive “downer” mood that would last for a good part of the day whenever I used Flonase in the evening for several days in a row. So be aware of that possible side effect. I have seen other posts on...

I have found that most of my tinnitus is also related to Eustachian Tube Dysfunction (ETD). Initially, I was prescribed the steroid Prednisone, and it cleared 100 percent of my tinnitus. However, one of the side effects of that medication is a “hyper” feeling most of the day, so I did not repeat...

I have a physical therapy appointment early next month to try dry needling therapy on my constantly tight neck muscles. Since I can double the noise of my tinnitus when I turn my head to the far left or right, I am hopeful it can resolve that and maybe also allow better sleep. I have the same...

Sounds like something I would like to try. Can you give me some guidance on the timing and dosages of the medications you are taking?

My experience with Prednisone is that it does reduce, and often eliminate, my tinnitus after one or two days of taking 20 mg. In my case, the flares seem related to my Eustachian tube dysfunction. I have read that one function of those tubes is to help protect the ears from loud noises. When the...

Please hang in there. From my own experience and based on my doctor’s diagnosis, your symptoms sound very similar to Eustachian Tube Dysfunction (ETD). Audiologists and ENTs have a quick in-office pressure test to check for this. In my case, tinnitus becomes worse when one or both of those...