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I still do not understand why they need to test it with cochlear implants. What is that supposed to mean for those without them?

I have Peltor X4A and X5A earmuffs, which I use for double protection, but they are too noisy on their own. They make all kinds of loud creaking sounds, and my glasses rub against them, adding even more creaking. They also do a poor job of blocking low frequencies, and the occlusion effect is...

Everyone complains about the high rents and high home prices in Austin. But according to a website called Apartment Finder, which I trust, there are 4,213 rental listings between $600 and $1,050 per month. That is a huge number of housing opportunities. Austin is often seen as an up-and-coming...

Unfortunately, I mowed the lawn again and it caused me great pain around my body and face. So I will be avoiding doing that.....forever if possible...

Well, at least you're honest! I like that about you!

Thank you so much for sharing. I agree—being extremely careful after feeling like you have improved is absolutely crucial. In Maria’s case, I believe the medication Clomipramine really helped her hyperacusis, as it did in another success story I came across. If it were me, I would be living the...

Hi @ErnieRo, I have been taking Mirtazapine for more than four years now, and I have never stopped it. It did not make my tinnitus worse, and I have not experienced any side effects. I have taken it at the maximum dose of 45 mg, but I am currently down to 15 mg. This drug actually works...

Just calm down. You were not around anything that loud. I know it is hard to believe, but take a breath and try to relax. You cannot live in a shell and avoid everything. I work around loud equipment every day — jackhammers, clanking rebar, circular saws, and so on. I wear double ear protection...

I’ve had the hum or roaring as well, along with hearing loss. I’ve been hesitant to get an intratympanic injection, and oral steroids are awful, although they helped to some extent. What has helped minimize the hum in my case are three things: Benadryl at night, Vitamin D (2000 IU), and an...

It was the same for me.

The OTC sprays such as Flonase and Nasacort will work just fine for their symptoms. A prescription is not necessary, unless they wish to use their medical insurance to save some money. The OTC sprays can also be used safely for several months, not just one day.

i am tired.

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

I can confirm that tinnitus can improve, but only if you give up your social life completely. Two years ago, I felt almost cured after four years without any exposure to music. Unfortunately, after resuming a social life and exposing myself to music again, my tinnitus became extremely...

Hi @virginiadoc, it is disheartening to read that even a psychiatrist cannot find a solution to relieve the pain. It almost makes me wonder, what is the point of continuing to see my psychiatrist if he cannot help me anyway? I don't have any other health problems in my life except tinnitus and...

I can't say, because I have no idea what you are talking about.

It's not a short answer and I don't want to hijack this thread, so take a look at Help Me with My Ear Mystery in the Support forum for all the juicy details.

Hi everyone, I'm currently dealing with cochlear hydrops and pretty distressing tinnitus, which has made sleep especially difficult. I'm exploring options to help with insomnia, but I'm also very cautious because I'm sensitive to anything that might make my tinnitus worse, both while on the...

I had a similar situation a few months ago. The fire alarm went off while I was in the middle of a psychiatrist session. I plugged my ears with my fingers and couldn’t remove them to put in earplugs. I had to walk through the entire hospital with the alarms blaring and my fingers in my ears...

"Perhaps the degradation of our rule-of-law regime would happen anyway. But this court's complicity in the creation of a culture of disdain for lower courts, their rulings and the law (as they interpret it) will surely hasten the downfall of our governing institutions, enabling our collective...

I read some concerning things about balloon dilation, including the risk that it can leave the eustachian tube stuck open (patulous?). Someone else warned against the following procedures: Acoustic Reflex, VEMP, ECOG, Tympanometry, Microsuction, Ear Syringing, Caloric Test, and others...

I read one of the reports from your link, and it provides a good overview of the direction audiology research has been taking. It highlights how the field of knowledge is evolving and emphasizes that there are still significant gaps that need to be filled. For example, one research team might...

Here I am, extrapolating on something I only half understand. But if I recall correctly, Lenire is a combination of sound therapy and a device that “tickles your tongue.” To be a bit fairer, it also involves guided counselling, which in the early stages of tinnitus can be quite important. From...

https://www.rinri-therapeutics.com/uk-mhra-approval-received-for-first-in-human-trial-of-rincell-1-a-first-in-class-regenerative-cell-therapy-for-sensorineural-hearing-loss/

Those over-the-counter products should only be used for a maximum of one day. They can cause rebound effects, and then you’re really in trouble. Get a prescribed nasal steroid instead—they are safe for long-term use. In my case, my Eustachian tube was completely blocked, and I couldn’t hear. It...

LOL. The glorious relationship between Mr. Bronzer and the autistic ketamine addict kind of soured pretty quickly there, now didn't it? What a shocker! Deportation time? Where will he go? I have my bet on Russia! Fascinating to see history unfold right before our eyes, isn't it? @Luman, who...

So does this mean they are conducting trials? I’ve struggled with ear infections, which I believe may be related to vestibular function or Eustachian tube dysfunction, although I’m not completely sure. In any case, I just want to hear normally—so sign me up when it happens!

It’s interesting that you say your tinnitus became quieter during your steroid course and louder afterward. How exactly did the sound of your tinnitus change?

I totally get what you’re going through. I’m in the same place right now. My brain won’t relax enough to let me sleep, so I’m getting by on about one hour a night. I have hyperacusis and reactive tinnitus. I just woke up on April 20th with screaming tinnitus in my left ear, which then spread...

What a coincidence, especially as we search for answers to our million dollar question. Stankovic from Stanford just released this article: Clinical Trials in Otology and Neurotology: State of the Science

Hey! I read your story, and I think your emotional response to the onset of tinnitus is very similar to mine. Unfortunately, I am in the same trap you are in right now, so I cannot help myself or you. I wish I could. But at the very least, both you and I know that there are people out there who...

Well, yes, you need therapy that specifically addresses your anxiety and tinnitus. Ideally, it should be with someone who has experience in the field of tinnitus. Therapy takes a lot of effort and time. It is not a quick fix, but it can serve a meaningful purpose if you connect with the right...

@Kam75, When you go to bed, insert foam earplugs into your ears. Cut the earplugs with scissors beforehand to make them smaller, trimming them at an angle as shown in the image. This helps them sit flush in your ears without pressing against your pillow or causing pain in your outer ear...

Going to visit a doctor today. 2 months since the event, should've gone earlier but maybe if I get some help / medication for this.

The packaging says not to use it for more than seven days, as it can cause congestion to return or become worse. I think this is a good indication of what might be causing your tinnitus, but other approaches should be considered to address your Eustachian tube dysfunction.

Hi @DamagedJoe, I’m turning 69. I used to play in a symphony orchestra, but I’ve come to realize that sound pressure levels in those settings can reach over 120 dB. I used to sit in front of the percussion section, and one conductor insisted on using an electronic metronome played through...

For what it’s worth, I signed up for more information about this trial and was promptly contacted by someone from the team to check if I qualified. At first, I thought it was only for veterans, but civilians are eligible as well. Unfortunately, I cannot participate because I am unable to travel...

I’ll take the unpopular side of advocating for Lenire. It didn’t make my tinnitus quieter, but it has helped my mind deprioritize it. Before Lenire, it seemed like my tinnitus would get louder whenever I concentrated, had a conversation, or became interested in something. Shortly after starting...

I cannot remember where I read this, but I heard that Spiral Therapeutics, a Bay Area company focused on drug delivery to the inner ear, had been buying up all the patents for the failed Frequency Therapeutics and Otonomy drugs. I have not been able to find that information again, so it may have...

I started using DMSO for my tinnitus 10 days ago. I wrote a detailed description of what I am doing in the Support section of this site. I expect it will take a long time, as I have had tinnitus for many years.

Hi everyone, I wanted to give a brief update on where I currently stand, partly to create a bit of structure for myself, and also in the hope that some of you might recognize parts of your own story in it. It has been around eight months since the acoustic trauma. Unfortunately, the tinnitus...

@Dizzyhead888, I have had tinnitus since before 2007. It was mild and barely noticeable, and may have been only occasional. In August 2007, I was caught off guard by fireworks going off directly overhead at a ballpark. Since then, my right ear has been ringing constantly. The left ear started...

From my understanding, he is working with a small team that is continuing the work started by Frequency Therapeutics. He mentioned that they have found another molecule that may work better than the one used previously. However, they are not certain yet and need to study this new molecule...

Hi @Kam75, I am so sorry to hear that things have been so difficult. I am a psychiatrist in the US and have been living with constant tinnitus for years, without any relief. I can manage it as long as I am able to sleep. My doctor helps me with that. But you are absolutely right—depression also...

Help ! Sooo loud. My God so loud and painful.

Why is a low-sodium diet recommended for tinnitus management? While going through research and articles discussing the controversies around this recommendation, it seems there is no clear direct link between sodium intake and blood pressure or other issues that were once commonly associated with...