Search results for query: hearing aids

...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...

I am honestly at peace and looking forward to getting hearing aids within the next 1-4 years. I don't even feel like dwelling on what could have been if my ears were healthy. I just want to do my best in life now. But I do have a question and that is: will Dr. Shore's device remove the brain...

...and when I pressed the headphone against my left ear, I could hear every instrument, vocals etc. more clearly. And the same is true of hearing aids. When I put on the hearing aids, I can hear the difference between the ears immediately. Is there any abnormality in me that could be corrected?

Yes, so true, after all, hearing aids are just like earplug headphones. If they are too loud, the damage should be the same.

I don't know if a cheap pair of OTC hearing aids will work as well. Go to a hearing aid center and try them all. I would try the expensive ones first. If they don't help, the cheaper one's won't for sure.

...a volume control. By doing this, the tinnitus will usually be reduced. Therefore, it's important you are fitted with a hearing aid(s). Hearing aids can also be fitted with white noise generators. Tinnitus comes in many forms and intensities; not two people experience it differently. If...

It is the cost that prevents most people from purchasing hearing aids.

Hearing aids help with amplification of noise around you, so the T is not as noticeable. Masking sounds make it worse for me.

...goes. I know my tinnitus is from hearing loss/noise trauma, although I do not have severe enough hearing loss to "qualify" for regular hearing aids. https://www.cubex.co.uk/news/participate-tinnitus-trial-24-7-sound-enrichment-tinnitus-relief What do you guys think, should I join it? Do I...

...way. I have tried reducing my salt intake, eating better, trying to ignore it, and masking it with sound machines. I spent $3,500 on hearing aids. I had my ears cleaned. Nothing worked. At least I have had several months where I did get some relief. What I cannot stand is people who sell...

Can cheap OTC hearing aids do the trick or do you need the expensive ones?

...by the NHS on to TRT treatment. It's sporadic treatment - I have a counselling session about once a month and am due to get fitted with hearing aids. I've been given WNGs but so far they are not making a difference. I don't think the hearing aids will work as I have low pitch hearing loss in...

Hello. Are you still using the hearing aids? If so, are they helping, and what frequency is your tinnitus? Thank you.

I really wish @jacob21 came and answered your questions... My question to @jacob21 is: can you elaborate more on "kind of pain"? Did you ever have burning/stabbing sensation in your ear no matter how light/short lived?

I have the Widex Moment hearing aids. One went bad so they have to send it in. They think it’s the lithium battery. I don’t know if Widex Moment hearing aids are only maskers? Okay, I was supposed to meet with their Sales Representative. I like the Bluetooth built in. I have to use my phone to...

...loss, at high frequency, so it doesn’t seem to affect my day to day hearing and conversations with people. But darn, that sounds worrisome. Supposedly with hearing aids this can be fixed, so that’s comforting but I don’t want to wear hearing aids at my age! Shoot... Any thoughts on the subject?

...was very poor. A hearing test confirmed what I already knew after the micro suction of impacted wax, and their suggestion was hearing aids. But I think I have just found a solution myself. After trying countless methods, such as saline flushes, steroidal nasal sprays, steam treatments...

...was so mild I could barely hear it and I felt I had made an appointment for nothing. Anyhow, she immediately said she'd order me hearing aids, which arrived a couple weeks later. In the time it took to get the hearing aids, my tinnitus suddenly became 24/7. Not exactly louder than it is at...

Gonna give hearing aids a shot soon.

Thinking about asking for hearing aids with maskers. Unsure if it would make T worse but I feel like I need to do something to cope.

Getting more used to my hearing aids. I need to start learning ASL but the anxiety over this whole thing is so paralyzing.

Have hearing aids helped any of you guys?

With this type of unstable tinnitus that fluctuates, the brain sometimes tries to interpret the noise as something more structured. It searches through your memory and starts playing random music. I once had a research link showing brain activity related to old memories in this type of tinnitus...

...was screaming. That incident triggered a spike in my stress levels that lasted for over two weeks. When we left to go home and were in the car, I said, "Never again ask me to go visit those people who cannot control their child." Have you thought of hearing aids with a tinnitus masking app?

So I have tinnitus, but if I put my hearing aids in, I hear less of the ringing. I was wondering if there are supplements that could help me because I have mild hearing loss and if some day I could get to the point where I wouldn't need hearing aids. :)

you had this since 2007 wow thats crazy for real. but try hearing aids and see if that helps. if masking helps you im sure hearing aids adjusted right will help distract you. also be on here december 3 2022 for susan shore

Wearing hearing aids has highlighted my hearing recruitment, with a splashy effect at the limited high frequencies I can hear along with a broken speaker effect.

...then don't mess with it. You'll absolutely get used to it in time. There's not much an ENT can do for tinnitus besides: Steroids Hearing aids (for hearing loss within the 250 Hz - 10,000 Hz range) Maskers CBT Antidepressants (which can exacerbate tinnitus, but depends on the individual)...

That not correct. He said it helps 30% of the patients. I have friends who tried hearing aids for tinnitus and they didn't help them much. There might be some tinnitus patients who benefit from hearing aids, but seems to be rare.

...to exposure to sound that, hasn't always got to be loud. It depends on certain factors. I don't know how long you have been using your hearing aids with integrated white noise generators. If they are responsible for the spike, then I suggest you start to introduce them slowly to your auditory...

Have hearing aids provided any relief?

...many possible options. The main reason I am posting now is because I saw my GP, who made a referral to an audiologist since I need new hearing aids and my hearing has worsened over the last few years. I should have known, but once again, I met with someone with numerous framed "signifiers"...

I did turn this around 2 times with white noise generators and so can you. Unfortunately there is no quick fix. You have to give it time.

Is this charlatan just selling hearing aids? Plonker!!!

...of the day in his room. Here are some of the descriptions he gives for the noise he is hearing: We have seen ENTs, but all they offered were hearing aids. At this point, he can no longer tolerate maskers. He feels hopeless and completely defeated. Is there any help available for him?

YES, and hearing aids can also contribute to worsening your hearing too.

I have to say that hearing aids are more expensive than ever but the government should definitely step in to make sure everyone has access to at least a midranger to help people get their life back to some normalcy.

I already have a pair of top notch Starkey hearing aids, bread new. But thank you for the financial advisement lol.

I was so hopeful even after they said the price. $7000.00 !!! Then a pause. "Oh your insurance won't cover these" I felt like I had been shot in the face. I knew in my heart that they would only cover up the T anyway and I tried to just shrug it off...but it broke me. I feel very alone. My...

40 dB hearing loss at 8 kHz is not minor. You should try hearing aids. They can be very beneficial for tinnitus.

Hi @Tim123, Thank you for your kind comments and I'm pleased that I was able to help you. Your audiologist is the best person to advise you whether you need hearing aids. Many people that have tinnitus don't need hearing aids. Take care, Michael

Most hearing aids are only good up to 8 kHz. If your hearing loss is in the high frequencies (as is mine), hearing aids will be useless.

Agreed. Tinearity is a white noise generator and is more unsightly than the Widex hearing aids I have which are already generating sounds (and which do nothing for my tinnitus). The Auricle device is designed to actually lower the volume of your tinnitus. Just waiting patiently for its release.

Hello, I wanted to ask if anyone has any experience with hearing aids to help with tinnitus. I am looking into the possibility of getting one. I'm having trouble finding definitive results and or research. I did learn that my insurance provider will cover up to $1,00.00 USD. So that is good...

...is sometimes a sign that a hearing loss will occur. Does this mean that if the hearing loss will occur (if this is the case) the tinnitus will go away? I ask this because I only know two young people with severe hearing loss and they always wear hearing aids. But none of them has tinnitus.

...and you might find it more manageable. My tinnitus hasn't gone away, but it has improved compared to when it first started. Even on bad days, I'm better equipped to handle it than I used to be. Using hearing aids that provide sound enrichment can also be helpful. Wishing you the best. Take...