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...me ever since… until April of this year. The first weekend of April, as I woke up, I began having a series of about four or five loud tinnitus spikes. It then leveled off and remained constant for the rest of the day, but it was about twice as loud as what I had been used to before April...

...not there at all. The main difficulty is listening to music, even at modest volume. On days when the hiss is intrusive to begin with, music spikes it even higher, and given my love of music this is very frustrating. On days when it is moderate, the effect varies, but typically it spikes...

...My tinnitus is not constant. By that, I mean it can shift quickly from a hiss to a ringing sound. One of the things that triggers these mini spikes is audio from electronic devices. For example, during phone calls, if I do not protect my ears or dampen the sound in some way, my tinnitus can...

...volume most of the time. Since the first day, my tinnitus has been very unstable. I can go months without being bothered by it, even when it spikes. Other times, a milder form of it suddenly makes me feel anxious, depressed, and robbed of my future. There’s no clear correlation between its...

Hello everyone, I’ve been wearing hearing aids since January of this year (about six months) and have had tinnitus since last September. Almost every night, when I remove my hearing aids, my tinnitus increases if I’ve had it during the day (my tinnitus is intermittent). If I’ve had a completely...

...sirens, dishes, or other noises, have led to a noticeable increase in tinnitus intensity and often anxiety. Understanding how to manage these spikes and determining the appropriate rest period for our ears seems important for recovery. I did not find a thread like this, so I thought maybe...

Hey everyone, I just wanted to pop in and encourage anyone who might be afraid of getting pregnant due to concerns about tinnitus spikes or permanent worsening. I haven’t given birth yet, but I am currently 4.5 months pregnant (about halfway through), and I actually feel like my tinnitus is...

...temporary ringing when exposed to loud noises? Essentially, is this tinnitus or just a normal response? Also, how am I supposed to handle situations like flying on airplanes? If wearing earmuffs does not seem to prevent spikes, what else can I do? I would really appreciate any insight or...

I think most spikes come from loud noise. Often there is a delay of 1 to 3 days, which leads to misattribution of the cause. I see people looking for explanations and coming up with all sorts of possibilities that, in most cases, seem unlikely. All of my spikes have been accompanied by increased...

spikes spikes spikes. They just don't seem to stop coming. At what point does a spike just become the new normal I wonder? And why did tinnitus magically switch off 3 nights ago. It was so blissful that I didn't sleep much. I just lay there enjoying proper peace and quiet, too scared to move in...

No joke, I feel like throwing up when I have unbearable spikes!

I'd love to know how you did this. I haven't had a nap since I realized they gave me spikes two years ago. Man, I could really use a nap.

In general, when should someone take Clonazepam versus Prednisolone? For example, during spikes, is one more recommended than the other? Thanks!

I've been having these sudden spikes in my tinnitus lately. Obviously really annoying but has anybody been experiencing this due to the weather? ChatGPT said that the sudden drop in Barometric Pressure coincides with my spikes, but other factors like emotions and sinus congestion could be...

sometimes i hit stuff bcos im mad at T and then it makes a bang and spikes T lol :)

Anywhere from a couple of days to 5-6 weeks.

Update: I have been dealing with some spikes, but through this I discovered that my tinnitus might be related to ETD, so I have been treating it as such. While tracking my symptoms, I noticed that when my ear felt blocked, I started using Sterimar and a nasal decongestant. According to ChatGPT...

Those are two completely different drugs with different purposes; you can't compare.

I know they’re very different drugs, but in the context of tinnitus spikes, when would Clonazepam be considered, and when would Prednisolone be considered?

@NewYorkWoman, I thought 35 years was long (that's how long I've had tinnitus). I have had many spikes. Have you had spikes?

PART 2 *rotating my head from side to side=SPIKES *turning my neck to bring your ear to your shoulder=SPIKES *bending my neck forward to bring your chin to your chest=SPIKES *Ive always been able to make me ear scream by pressing right behind my ear on the "bony part". Just a coincidence that...

So I'm sure many of us get spikes with certain foods. One notable one for me is dairy. But I still consume dairy knowing a spike will come and go. But today a spike has not faded like they usually do after having some yogurt. I'll give it more time before worrying about it too much but it...

Do spikes always go back down to baseline? If it seems like a spike, but the sound stays, is that considered a change to your baseline? I get new sounds that suddenly appear, so I'm wondering if they're "spikes" or not. Some go away, but return occasionally, and some sounds just stay.

No, there is no evidence that spikes cause any worsening of your hearing or any other condition.

Do you still take Magnesium Glycinate, @kingsfan?

Success is understanding that there will be days that completely overwhelm you. This is the irony of living with a chronic condition. Spikes are extremely common and can certainly take a toll. Be patient. You are making progress. Spikes are simply a part of that journey forward.

Hello, My T is very sound reactive to certain sounds ,low level sounds, it spikes when I am exposed to them. Are spikes like that temporary in your opinion or is there a risk such spikes will not go down again if they happen daily or regularly ? Thanks for any insight, Bart

I really hate how those hearing drop out/tinnitus episodes we've all likely experienced throughout life now last so much longer... Always spikes my anxiety when it lasts longer than 30 seconds that this time it's not going to end. Plus they always make my ear feel crap afterwards now.

Hey all! I've had tinnitus (3/10) for almost two months but I haven't really noticed any major spikes. Are spikes usually noticeable? I know I probably shouldn't be focusing on the bad, but I'm just curious... thanks!

...was not a band name I was thinking of forming...(reference to the title) I am wondering of the science/evidence behind spikes from noise that shouldn’t harm, but due to our sensitive states do. I say this as I am spiking from momentary exposure to a neighbours lawnmower and have previously...

...where it seems like my ear is tensing up to these said sounds. I think it may be my hyperacusis and TTTS flaring up in response to these spikes, but the fact that I have had these episodes probably around eight times within the month, does not give much hope for what my life will be like with...

Are you saying that you got permanent spikes from riding your bicycle?

Big progress in june 2025 ! Tinnitus stabilizing, hyperacusis softening a bit, shorter spikes :)

My tinnitus has stabilized somewhat, but I had a bad spike yesterday and to some degree, it's still with me today. Has anybody else found that anxiety, stress, etc., which I'd been having, causes spikes?

@Yu.3, I believe the overall volume has gotten subjectively quieter. A large part is due to my no longer experiencing spikes, which came naturally with habituation. There are definitely some days when my tinnitus is louder than usual, too, but at this point, it no longer has an emotional effect...

When do your spikes occur? Soon after an event, right after eating or taking a medication? Except for stress, I don't have spikes. My T does the same thing in a cycle. If it's quiet, nothing usually affects it, but the next day is a different story. My T builds throughout the day till evening...

...incredibly loud right now. I took another Gabapentin but not sure what I should do. Does anyone have experience with these kinds of random spikes. My t was not noice induced or anything. The spikes both have happened just sitting at my desk. No loud noises or anything. I'm at a loss...

Sorry to hear that it happened after you took a shower. For me, being exposed to too much general noise for hours at a time is a real problem, and it gives me spikes that can last for days.

Hello Dr Nagler, Am I right in assuming that a person who has habituated like yourself, still has spikes, but no longer cares about the increase in volume? Can habituation in itself diminish our awareness of sudden increases in volume? thanks deb

I’m sure that if you give it enough time, you will see more gradual improvements. I’ve had tinnitus for almost six years, and I’ve experienced spikes that took a very long time before showing any signs of easing. Hang in there :)

What are "spikes" that you all seem to talk about? I never have them. Mine is constant, never quiet. Always loud. Losing the plot. Can't wait to knock myself out with sedating meds each night to get a break. Have any of you tried Neuromonics?

...before I had tinnitus, watching some movies where I even noted the loudness of certain scenes. They were definitely loud enough to cause bad spikes at the very least. In the back row, I think it was a lot better, but I believe I’d still get a strong spike. If you’re good with earplugs and...

The previous day was pretty loud... I get in bed and after 5 minutes the T in my right ear spikes with a different more annoying sound like scrazy, but then goes back down after a few seconds... Although I can tell the spike sound is still there a little! The next morning its not there! and...

I keep reading about people who are taking Augmentin, Amoxicillin and so forth. Or speaking of non-ototoxic pills. And then speaking of spikes. So I'm a little confused here. Could someone please clarify: 1. I'm assuming folks still taking these either because they still they have an infection...

Hello Dr. Nagler I was wondering if people who have Tinnitus, that aren't bothered by it at all, have spikes or H? I have a friend who has had ringing in his ears for over 10 years, but his T never bothered him at all, even though he can hear it loud and clear, he's not bothered by it, and its...

I was wondering, for everyone here with experience, how greatly anxiety affects spikes. It seems that every time I get anxious (even subconsciously) my tinnitus goes from semi-maskable to so high pitched it can't be makes. Usually once the weekend comes, and I get more relaxed, it becomes...

...Benadryl today and later on got small vertigo for a few minutes, then drank water and it went away.. I can hear a rushing water sound in my ears and they are popping more than usual! I recently got some EXTREMELY loud spikes that actually hurt, but lasted like half a second.. This is...

...life. You always need to protect your ears in noisy environments (above 80 dB). I personally use earplugs even when using the hair dryer. Spikes can last a long time. I’ve been experiencing a severe spike for two years now. At this point, I no longer consider it a spike but a permanent...

...the elliptical, but that was like at 10am. I feel fortunate that my tinnitus is only heard when there is absolute silence but this mornings spike has me on edge. Are spikes common? Should I be expecting more in the future? It's making me feel anxious right now, I'm having a hard time...

So far on my tinnitus journey the one thing I've learned that stands out above all else in regards to this terrible affliction we all share are spikes. Just when you feel better or feel more confidant or feel you can beat this.....you have a spike....and the world comes crashing down again...

...Recently, my baseline tinnitus has become manageable, and I've slowly tried to get back into living normally. But I've found that when I overdo it (noise, or more recently exercise) I get intense hyperacusis spikes that can last for days. Is this normal? And does anyone have any tips on this?

Can spikes last a month (or more) and eventually subside? I think I’m seeing slight improvement as my anxiety slowly comes down, but I don’t want to jinx it. Hopefully it will continue to improve.

I have a really bad spike too. Do you consider your spikes to come from extremely loud noise? Do you describe your tinnitus as severe? Does the severity even matter? I’ve had really bad spikes at different times. Although I think I’ve mostly returned to a baseline, I can also say that I’ve...

Hey guys, It's been a few months since I've posted on here! If you look through my most recent posts, you'll see I suffered from spikes a few months ago. I just wanted to check back in and let you know that the spike is gone, either I got used to the new noise, or it left, at this point I don't...