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  1. jlmf2018

    Seeing an Audiologist Made My Tinnitus Much Worse. I'd Do Anything to Go Back in Time.

    I'm so sorry you're going through this. I just recently got hearing aids too. But I feel like my tinnitus has gotten worse with them on because now I'm hearing more noise which makes my tinnitus worse. I'm trying to decide if I should keep them. I have 2 weeks left to decide.
  2. K

    Multi-Toned Tinnitus with a Rhythmic Beat: How to Cope?

    ...I track it constantly while working, even with background music or podcasts playing, and I still notice it outdoors. I have tried hearing aids with different types of noise, but nothing masks it. Does anyone with hearing loss across all frequencies only have pure tone tinnitus? Has anyone...
  3. N

    Am I More Susceptible to Further Hearing Damage Compared to Someone without Hearing Loss?

    ...it was a waste of time because: I will inevitably have high-frequency hearing loss. I don't have any prior test results for comparison. Hearing aids are ineffective at high frequencies. Knowing my tinnitus frequency doesn't impact current treatment options. It won't affect future treatment...
  4. S

    I May Be Counting My Chickens — Hopeful Progress in My Tinnitus Journey

    ...that. The reduction in tinnitus volume has been most important to me. Here is what I do: Carry earmuffs everywhere. Bought Widex hearing aids with sound therapy and masking. I have decreased the tonal masking volume from a 6 to a 2 when I am at home in quiet, but I still use them every day...
  5. slc

    Tinnitus Management Clinic — Cleveland Clinic

    If you do get insurance to cover hearing aids, I strongly suggest considering devices that produce pink, white, or brown noise. In my case, pink noise provides a slight sense of comfort. I use these devices when my tinnitus becomes severe. As for audiologists and even ENTs, there is often...
  6. Supersix

    Listening to white noise through hearing aids or AirPods can be beneficial. It will improve your...

    Listening to white noise through hearing aids or AirPods can be beneficial. It will improve your mood;
  7. D

    Desperate for Help: My Son’s Severe Tinnitus Flare After Concert Exposure

    Let your son know that extremely severe tinnitus after acoustic trauma is often temporary, and it usually improves over the course of months or years. Habituation also tends to develop over time, making everything more manageable. In the meantime, tell him not to panic. Encourage him to stay...
  8. Elmer B Fuddled

    Chit Chat and All That...

    Hearing test done. It hasn't changed so that's good. I had hearing aids adjusted so that I can wear them. They were way out, to the point that any loud noise had me pulling them out.
  9. Anthony2019

    @Juliane. Have your tried hearing aids yet?

    @Juliane. Have your tried hearing aids yet?
  10. Chezten

    How to Cope with Tinnitus After High-Frequency Hearing Loss?

    Hi @SueX, Just wondering how your hearing is going. Have they managed to stop the pulsatile sound? I have similar issues. There is a right-sided neurovascular conflict seen at the trigeminal root entry zone, caused by the ipsilateral superior cerebellar artery. And, like you, there is...
  11. S

    Terrified Hearing Aid Feedback Makes Tinnitus Worse

    When I take out my hearing aids, it always does a feedback sound in my ear. Could that make my tinnitus worse? I always get anxiety to take them out because I feel like damage is happening and I fear it is making my tinnitus worse. I have the smallest hearing aids (the ones that go in the...
  12. devonlee

    Hearing Loss Tinnitus & Hyperacusis

    ...physical damage, or genetic history of hearing loss. My audiologist basically said she doesn't know either but said I qualify for hearing aids whenever I feel that I need them. With regards to hearing aids, I'm wondering if they work like glasses would. So if you're told you have a mild...
  13. B

    Tinnitus Reduction After Active Bone-Conduction Implantation in Patients with Single-Sided Deafness

    ...best surgeons can't restore it 100% if there's scar tissue or issues with the stapes footplate. This study is one of the first I've seen regarding bone-anchored hearing aids and tinnitus. The one they used in the study is the Med-El Bone Bridge, which is pretty advanced. The other one is the...
  14. N

    Cochlear Implants as a Treatment of Tinnitus

    Yes, I've heard it. It sells hearing aids and is merely a hypothesis as far as I'm aware.
  15. C

    Lenire: Retrospective Chart Review Demonstrating Effectiveness of Bimodal Neuromodulation for Tinnitus Treatment in a Clinical Setting

    ...fell on deaf ears. It was all about the money. She referred me back to the VA, but they do not have Lenire where I go. I had gotten hearing aids years earlier. So, while deep in depression and without 5,000 dollars sitting around, I gave up on Lenire. I got used to my tinnitus, came out of...
  16. Chriscom

    How Long Should I Be Expected to Wait for Hearing Aids?

    Greetings all, first post, tinnitus is a new affliction for me, probably only five weeks or so at the most. I'll get around to introducing myself and with added questions later, but have found one conventional opinion really difficult to find: Since I have sudden moderate hearing loss in only...
  17. AfroSnowman

    Hearing Aids

    I'm going in for my second set of hearing aids. My first were Widex Moments with the Zen Tones. They didn't do much for my hearing or tinnitus. Supposedly, Widex's strength is in its natural sound, but maybe this isn't so relevant to me because I will never hear a "natural" sound again. My...
  18. Jibran

    Saying Hello: Tinnitus from Loud Club

    Thank you so much for your thoughts Michael. Your posts are always a breath of fresh air and gives some hope. What is your opinion on the use of hearing protection? Everything I do seems to spike my tinnitus. I started working out and doing cardio on a treadmill daily and guess what, it also...
  19. AfroSnowman

    There is not too much really. You could ask ENT about prescribing steroids but if onset is a...

    There is not too much really. You could ask ENT about prescribing steroids but if onset is a month ago it is probably hard to justify. Audiologist will find your hearing loss if you have it, maybe prescribe hearing aids if you have severe enough loss. That's about it.
  20. dj_newark

    New University of Michigan Tinnitus Discovery — Signal Timing

    I believe you're wrong. Each person's case is as unique as a fingerprint. Sound, intensity, and every other factor vary from individual to individual. The only thing common to all is the source - the DCN, and the cause - hyperactive fusiform cells.
  21. RunningMan

    No, I have not done TRT, CBT, or hearing aids/maskers. Studies don't show TRT to be effective...

    No, I have not done TRT, CBT, or hearing aids/maskers. Studies don't show TRT to be effective. The in-ear maskers might be helpful. Some people speak positively, others say it's just more noise.
  22. N

    2 Months of Severe Tinnitus: No Clue What Caused It

    ...Counseling for distress. Tinnitus can be emotionally overwhelming, and counseling can help manage its impact on your mental health. 2. Hearing aids. If hearing loss is detected, hearing aids may provide some relief. 3. Medications. Look into established protocols, such as: - Dirk De...
  23. AverageJoe12

    Neurotrophin 3 Regenerates Cochlear Synapses

    ...take that drug for life and be your customer. What I'm more concerned about is the practice of audiology in the US, just slinging hearing aids endlessly like they're the cure-all we need. It costs, on average, nearly $5K USD for hearing aids, and that doesn't include appointments for...
  24. Michael Leigh

    Customizable Sound Therapy Pitch in a Tinnitus Noiser/Masker/Hearing Aid?

    If your hearing aids and white noise are working for you, that's great @Elmer B Fuddled. You are doing the right thing by keeping the white noise below the tinnitus, not masking it or completely covering it up so it can't be heard. This practice usually causes more problems than good, as it can...
  25. N

    Tinnitus Masking: In-Ear Maskers

    In the UK I was told by an audiologist that they do not recommend masking. She also mentioned TRT lacks evidence. This is through the NHS. Privately they will offer it of course as it can empty your bank account. They only recommend CBT and hearing aids.
  26. A

    Lactose Intolerance as Cause of My Tinnitus? Anyone Else?

    Hi Vicki I have just joined this group and I am really interested to hear if you have got any further with the tinnitus/allergy connection. I am currently in the process of trying to convince my doctor that I need to see an allergy specialist rather than be given hearing aids! Thank you.
  27. N

    Treble Health: Exploitation of Tinnitus Sufferers

    What do Treble Health offer that a high street audiologist doesn't? 1) CBT 2) Hearing aids 3) Playing sound through hearing aids They are going nowhere and have nothing to offer that a regular audiology/tinnitus clinic doesn't.
  28. RunningMan

    They didn't try to push TRT on you? Or maybe they just don't do it there? They could have...

    They didn't try to push TRT on you? Or maybe they just don't do it there? They could have tried to sell you those hearing aids with the masking sound, even if your hearing is fine.
  29. marcp

    The Hearing Loss Pill

    Hi, has anyone heard of the hearing loss pill? It claims to help regain hearing loss in 79% of people by supplementing the nerves in the inner ear. It also claims to reduce tinnitus in 66% of people. Review Of The Hearing Loss Pill : Shear Hearing Loss And Hearing Aids
  30. Danskgift

    Military Life and Hearing

    ...and sometimes we didn't. My tinnitus is a loud piercing zinging in both ears, dominant in the left. Bad hearing is corrected by hearing aids which have installed tinnitus features such as ocean waves and white noise controlled by the aids along with downloaded "music" apps of various kinds...
  31. M

    I got mine from an infection at 31. My FIL has age related hearing loss from noise exposure at...

    ...at his job. He wears HAs. He had loud tinnitus and after 1 year with HAs he no longer has it. He can go 2 weeks at a time without his hearing aids and it doesn’t really come back… maybe a small amount but nothing like it was.. then he puts them back in again and it goes away. He goes to all...
  32. slc

    Warning: Binaural Beats and Pure Tones Turned My Tinnitus from Mild to Moderate

    Hello. I found another thread that addresses binaural beats. It looks like some people have improved. There were a variety of responses and discussions. Good luck.
  33. J

    Auditory Mirror Therapy for Treatment of Tinnitus

    She calls them Phonak Bi-Cross hearing aids.
  34. Isabella 123

    Is Nebraska Hearing Instruments a Brand Name?

    I've seen these mentioned in several posts but when I google it, it seems to be hearing aids sold at a place in Nebraska. So duh, I'm confused. Is there an actual brand name for these masking hearing aids? I'm new at this, do please pardon me if i am asking the wrong question.
  35. Supersix

    To use white noise with your hearing aid, you'll need one that has Bluetooth connectivity. Many...

    To use white noise with your hearing aid, you'll need one that has Bluetooth connectivity. Many hearing aids come with a companion app that can play white noise. The Resound hearing aid app is one such app that allows you to customize the sounds you hear. and it's especially handy when I...
  36. orenge01

    Passed by an Ambulance with Sirens On — Now My Tinnitus Is Spiking

    I use earplugs, but they don’t seem to help me. Silicone ones are especially frustrating because they always fall out of my ears no matter what I do. It feels like I’m not only cursed with this condition but also with small ear canals that make it hard to get a proper fit with earplugs to...
  37. Stayinghopeful

    New University of Michigan Tinnitus Discovery — Signal Timing

    It’s 2023, the only stigma about hearing aids is the one you make up in your head. Literally no one cares if someone has hearing aids, just like no one cares if someone wears glasses.
  38. N

    Can Herpes (HSV-1) Make Tinnitus Worse?

    ...of tinnitus. While herpes is a common condition, speculating on the specific cause of auditory system damage is generally unproductive. There are limited treatment options available, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), hearing aids, cochlear implants, and certain medication...
  39. Buddy123

    My 3rd Success Story with Noise-Induced Tinnitus

    ...ear hearing loss is very similar to mine. My tinnitus is somewhere in the 8000 Hz to 12000 Hz range. Can you please provide some details regarding your first experience with TRT and hearing aids? I did try hearing aids but I think they were programmed in the wrong frequencies (4000-8000...
  40. H

    Can Hearing Aids Regulate or Limit Sound for Hyperacusis Sufferer?

    I have had tinnitus all my life with the ringing being a constant tone at approx 1750hz. I also suffer from Hyperacusis which affects me to a greater degree under stress. When I go to a movie, which is rare, I always wear ear plugs. I did see an audiologist about a year ago and my tinnitus...
  41. W

    Tinnitus Masking: In-Ear Maskers

    ...increased the decibels around my tinnitus frequency (4 kHz). I tried to ask about TRT but she just seemed focused on selling me these hearing aids with maskers. It really helped mask the tinnitus. But my goal with the TRT was to habituate to the sound, not to mask it. I don't want to become...
  42. Frasmor

    Anybody Use the Styletto Connect 7Nx Hearing Aid for Tinnitus Caused by Hearing Loss?

    ...so yesterday I went to speak to somebody. She was really nice and friendly and I felt really comfortable with her. She had me try a few hearing aids that were quickly programmed to give me an idea of how they would help. It was amazing. Until the tinnitus started I had not realized how much...
  43. A

    Hard of Hearing and Tinnitus — How to Answer Questions About Disabilities on Job Applications?

    I’m also hard of hearing and wear hearing aids. It’s against the law to not give me a job because of that, but how would you prove it?
  44. EpicStardust

    Greetings from Canada: Hearing Loss & Worsening Tinnitus

    ...decided to, at last, sign up to this forum to hear others' stories and learn more about tinnitus. I have hearing loss and been wearing hearing aids since my late 20's. My hearing loss is most severe in low tones. Tinnitus has been getting worse for me in the past 5 years. So, here I am!
  45. C

    Hey, I'm New Here, Hearing Aid Pricing

    ...years I have trouble hearing in groups of people and one on one. The specialist I saw was rude and very aggressive in pushing $ 6000.00 hearing aids on me. She had only one concern and that was selling me a hearing aid. If this treatment you get when visiting a specialist (doctor) than I...
  46. C

    Hearing Aids with Notch Therapy — Post Your Experience!

    Actually, I edit audio and video (or at least I could before tinnitus turned my life upside down). In Final Cut Pro, there is an “EQ” filter that can be applied to a soundtrack, and you can adjust the settings to notch out higher frequencies. Mine is at 14,600 kHz, and this is how I set it up...
  47. DeanD

    New University of Michigan Tinnitus Discovery — Signal Timing

    Thank you - I appreciate that. Ahh so you are saying that wearing hearing aids whilst using the device may boost hearing enough to hear the prescribed 50 dB or better range? I hadn't seen that, but that is an interesting way to look at it - thanks.
  48. N

    Auditory Mirror Therapy for Treatment of Tinnitus

    What are these hearing aids called?
  49. AverageJoe12

    From Darkness to Light, How I Recovered from Tinnitus & Hyperacusis

    ...even possible for me. Dr. Keaner (spelling?) at Illuminear seemed very knowledgeable, but I haven't tried any real therapy with her. I think she could provide me with masking hearing aids, but I also have some hyperacusis in my right ear, which means sound therapy doesn't always feel...
  50. J

    Frequency Therapeutics — FX-345

    Hearing aids are free in the UK.
  51. AfroSnowman

    Best Bluetooth Pillow Speakers for a Good Night's Sleep with Tinnitus?

    Hearing aids work well. Only time I use them is for sleep.
  52. KoolKat

    have you tried hearing aids yet?

    have you tried hearing aids yet?
  53. biggy312

    First Tinnitus Spike Since 2014 — From Having Mobile Phone on Speaker

    My tinnitus is still as loud, annoying, and intrusive as when the accident and spike occurred. I am getting hearing aids in a week. I hope the correction for my high-frequency hearing loss and sound therapy will help. I am going to give my auditory system some time to improve. If not, I will go...
  54. PeterPan

    Hearing Aids

    Some people say this and others say you need to wear hearing aids for a while for them to work. Would it be possible to set up an online question for this? Something like: I have used hearing aids, and they are benefiting me. A) The benefit was perceptible within less than 30 minutes of...
  55. Elmer B Fuddled

    Chit Chat and All That...

    Friday was a long day. Ten minutes into the treatment, the machine broke down, so I had to move to another machine and start the process all over again. In total, I spent 30 minutes flat on my back.
  56. Too much noise

    20 Years of Tinnitus, Gave Up Looking for Cures — I Don't Notice It Anymore UNLESS...

    As someone who put off getting hearing aids, I wholeheartedly agree with these statements. Hearing loss also causes you to lessen your social interaction and increases your risk of depression. I am like a kid in the candy store now that I have hearing aids. I am amazed by the amount of sounds...
  57. just1morething

    My Acoustic Trauma (Jackhammer) Induced Tinnitus Has Got Much Better

    ...sleep seems to be important as I was diagnosed with severe sleep apnea a while back. I often nap forgetting to put on my Bi-Pap mask. Hearing aids seem to help my tinnitus but can be hit or miss. I have inexpensive hearing aids with a small remote and also Widex Moment which I need my iPhone...
  58. V

    Like a Lightning in the Blue Sky... And If It Was Not the Culprit of the Hearing Aids...

    ...all. as you know, I am always looking for some relief, following a dramatic deterioration in the summer 2013(coinciding with the use of hearing aids...or not...). Doing much research, I came across in Lyme disease. Some of you knows that I was a fan of motorcycling and excursions. Well, in...
  59. LaurenK

    Pulsatile Tinnitus and Conductive Hearing Loss

    ...one. Recently this past week, I had it for 5 days non stop in my right ear. I am about to go back to my audiologist to get fitted for hearing aids and I will bring up the possibility of Pulsatile Tinnitus then. I have 2 questions. What is the process of being diagnosed with PT? And, I...
  60. N

    Advice for (Reactive) Tinnitus and Hyperacusis? Struggling with Sleep, and Unable to Work

    ...1. Counseling for distress. Tinnitus can take a toll on your mental health, and counseling can help you manage the emotional burden. 2. Hearing aids. If hearing loss is detected, hearing aids can sometimes provide relief. 3. Consider medications. If you want to explore this option, look...