Hello from WA in the U.S.

Just found the forums today, so am looking forward to "hearing" other people's stories about tinnitus.

I've had tinnitus since about 1975, so 40 years this year. It started within a few hours of going to a Led Zeppelin concert and was very scary at first. I had to go to sleep with the radio on for years, but eventually got used to not doing that. It's gotten louder over the years for sure. I also go through periods where I can't hear the ringing at all, or it's loud for hours and sometimes days. Anyone know why that is? Also before a loud spell, sometimes the ringing will stop for a couple of seconds and then come on strong.