Recent content by MindOverMatter

First of all, I am sorry to hear about your struggles. You are less than six months in with your tinnitus, so there is a great chance for it to improve significantly. What you describe sounds like some level of loudness hyperacusis—sensitivity to sounds or certain soundscapes. This condition...

Sorry to hear about your unfortunate experience with this possible permanent spike, Joseph. Yes, hearing aids can be a bit of a double-edged sword when it comes to hyperacusis and sound sensitivity. You need to address these issues with your audiologist. The hearing aids must be set and...

That is your definition and perception of it. You cannot label this on behalf of everyone else. No two people experience these conditions in exactly the same way.

Yes, one could call it that, @trevl. But in the end, labeling tinnitus is very much relative and subjective. Personally, I never label it, and I especially try to avoid words like “severe” (I know you were just answering a question about this). To me, “severe” is such a negatively loaded word...

In symbiosis with nature, where I thrive and find my strength. “Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts.” - R. Carson

Heartfelt thanks, @Daniel Lion, for your kind words. 🙏 There is a lot of strength to be found in hope, positive thinking, and affirmations. I would certainly be lost without them, and I hope they can inspire and support others as well. Peace and courage.

Agreed—well said! 👏 If we tense up or remain tense (fight-or-flight mode), the ears and related muscles tense up too. That makes setbacks much more likely. No doubt. People can say what they want about positive thinking, but I know from personal experience that one thing that definitely...

I had 15 years of pretty much stable tinnitus before 2019, until “thunder struck me” late that year and brought me to my knees. It happened during a loud concert when I forgot to bring my earplugs. I misjudged the situation, made the mistake of staying, and paid the price. After that, I went to...

Sorry to hear about your loss and pain, @Lins12. Such immense grief and sorrow can really exacerbate conditions like tinnitus. It will get better with time, as time is what you need now to process the sudden loss of your beloved. Like @Hazel advised, I’d wait a bit before trying a hearing aid...

The use of Prednisone seems to be hit or miss in these cases, depending on whom you ask and their experience. If you’re experiencing all those side effects—some of which seem quite alarming—you should think twice before using it at all. Personally, I can’t recall Prednisone having a...