Recent content by GrodanB

For years, I have clung to the hope that my tinnitus was worsening because of some treatable or manageable condition, like a neurological issue or teeth grinding. But I have no choice now but to face the truth. It is all caused by noise. I cannot do anything without it getting permanently worse...

I was finally fully conscious during a worsening episode. For years, I never understood why I could never catch the moment it got worse—but now I know. The noise that worsens simply fades away for a minute or two, going completely silent. Then, it slowly creeps back, just slightly louder than...

I had the MRI done, but I was definitely not prepared for the so-called “earmuffs” they provided. They didn’t even cover my ears properly; they just sat on top, pushing my ears into my head and causing intense bone conduction. I ended up canceling the scan after what I guess was about three...

Thank you! What a coincidence—I looked up MTHFR mutations about two weeks ago. I tried folic acid, and it made things worse almost immediately. Folic acid seems to cause problems for people with MTHFR mutations. I have also started taking large doses of B12 recently (3000 mcg of methylcobalamin...

I actually found someone who also has Patulous Eustachian Tube Dysfunction (ETD) and can affect their tinnitus by interacting with their ear, just like I can. If this is the cause, I completely underestimated how dangerous ETD issues can be. I used to think of it as just an annoyance, but now I...

Thank you. I never thought I would get this far. I’m willing to bet it’s the same here. I am prepared to use whatever earmuffs they provide, as long as the SNR is acceptable.

I know, and I’ve avoided MRIs for this exact reason. However, my hearing has been consistently deteriorating for years, and at this point, nothing can convince me not to go through with it. I plan to use 34 dB SNR foam earplugs, with silicone putty earplugs on top, secured with tape, and wear...

I have too many different noises to count, but two of them are completely unique compared to the rest, and I haven't found anyone else with a similar experience. There is one sound in each ear, and whenever one of them gets louder in one ear, the other one worsens within a few days, no matter...

I'm back. The tinnitus has doubled in volume, but somehow, through all of it, I’ve regained my will to live. I’ve had plenty of time to reflect and connect the dots as to why this is happening. It seems to be narrowed down to a few possible causes: nerve issues with my neck, hair cell damage...

I came back wanting to give an update. If you dislike negativity, don't read it. My tinnitus is still worsening every day; new tones, frequencies, worsened pre-existing noises. A low hum has completely taken over my head and consciousness, it is deafening. It sounds just as loud whether I cover...

I have wanted to try LDN for a while, but I suspect it won't be easy to get. They refused to give me Prednisone last time I experienced acoustic trauma. They would most likely reject me. It could be anything causing the tinnitus worsenings which is why I'm constantly trying to find the...

I almost broke into a fight today trying to convince a "clinical nurse specialist" how many health conditions other than noise can cause or worsen tinnitus. Like, aren't autoimmune disorders a common cause of tinnitus?! I brought up Hashimoto's disease specifically. I'm gonna lose my mind, they...

Tinnitus was suprisingly calm this morning, same loud tones blasting away but the quieter noises were more in the background. I'll take it.

I have a new super loud electronic morse code noise in my right ear. It showed up a few days ago for a couple of seconds every morning but now it went from a 1 to a 9 and it's constant. It keeps waking me up. Is it from my new diet? I have cut out all sugar and refined carbs to see how it would...