I’m sure there could be correlations, but I don’t think the above scenario would qualify. Generally, fixing TMJ rids T for many (if TMJ is the only cause). In that case, there wasn’t actual hearing damage so you shouldn’t be more susceptible. Once the jaw tension settles and relieves pressure on the ear, TMJ-related T is usually alleviated. Just my two cents.
@Emgee yeah, I'm mostly just wondering if for some of us, it could be a case of 1+1+1 = tinnitus. Rather than one singular event or thing causing it, the combination of them may have resulted in enough stress/pressure/damage etc.
I absolutely think that can be the case. I personally endured an acoustic trauma, head cold/ear infection, TMJ issues/jaw pain, and ETD all around the same time. Not soon after, tinnitus started. So, I definitely agree with you.
@Emgee whiplash, infections, stress and exhaustion, an earwax blockage, possible tmj and very mild noise trauma for me. Didn't start until after the earwax blockage and the resulting stress/anxiety as I'd never had any issues with my ears before. So I think it's just the combination for me.
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