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  1. OceanSound

    Earwax Removal (Syringing)

    I believe my initial tinnitus may have been either worsened or partially caused by syringing. I would advise you to avoid it if at all possible. As for suction, I'm not entirely sure. It seems like it would be potentially harmful, considering how loud it can be. I ended up having to have an...
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    It Wasn't TMJ, It Was Just a Misaligned Jaw!

    That's really great to hear! I've actually really been wanting to visit my dentist myself, because I'm fairly certain that my T, at least partially is caused by Jaw trouble, possibly misalignment! Just moving my jaw/clenching can alter and even silence my tinnitus, so I'm sure certain there must...
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    What Is Happening? Why Can't I Sleep? What's Causing My Panic Waves?

    This sounds all too familiar. Sometimes if I don't get enough sleep or if I wake up in the middle of the night, my T will be much worse than normal. I think this is the case for a lot of people. And yes, lack of sleep DEFINITELY makes a difference. It can vary from person to person, but I can...
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    Ambulance Siren — Potential Risk?

    Hi all, I was recently exposed to a somewhat loud ambulance siren, I'd say about 50 feet away from where I was standing. The sound originated from our street while I was still inside of my home, though our windows were open. I was only exposed for a split second before covering my ears, but...
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    Medications Used for Tinnitus

    Hello all, I apologize if I am posting this in the wrong place or if there's already a thread about this. I wasn't able to find too much. Due to a neuropathic pain problem I've been having, I am currently taking 1600 mg of gabapentin daily. I've been taking it for about 5 or 6 months I'd say...
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    Greetings!

    Hello, all. I've been reading this forum for awhile now for tips and such I've found some useful information so I would like to say thank you for that. This, however, will be the first time I've ever posted. I'm 24, turning 25 in a few weeks. I've had tinnitus for about 3 years now, so I'm no...