Recent content by Matt C

Yes. It still sounds the same but overall has come down in volume. When I am tired or have nasal congestion I find the volume increases. I use to get sudden 'fleeting tinnitus' several times a day up until about 6 months ago. I would feel almost like a pop and then high volume ringing for about...

Hello, My tinnitus story began about 6 years ago. I was at work listening to music with ear buds, took them out and all of a sudden I could hear this slight 'eeeeee' ringing, almost like a hiss. It drove me mad for about a week, especially when I was driving or when I went to bed at night. But...

I thought I was winning my battle against ETD/ear effusion (been 2 months) then my daughter brought home a cold from day care and I have taken a few steps back now. Can't pop my right ear and T has taken a higher tone.... Good to know I am not going crazy, thanks for the post!

Lelouch, how are you doing? I am currently going through a similar situation. Started with an ear infection which was likely due to a blocked E tube. I have seasonal allergies and it is that time of year so I am confident this is the cause! Its been 1 month now since it all began, and I feel...

Thanks for the advice. Just looking for a bit more comments/suggestions... It seems that my seasonal allergies have blocked by E tubes causing fluid to back up in my ears. There was a lot of rain in my area (Toronto area) early in the spring and all hell has broken loose for those who suffer...

Thanks. I went to the doctor and he was able to see fluid in my right ear, said it is a middle ear infection. They gave me antibiotics and recommended gravol since I have been feeling some vertigo symptoms. I feel like the infection has moved to my left ear now too since it has a bit of ringing...

Hello, I am 33 years old and first noticed the tinnitus about 3-4 years ago. I had always listened to music via headphones at work but not too loud. One day I took them off and noticed this slight ringing in my right ear. I assumed it would go away but several days past and it was still there...