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Hi @twa, I use the Sony WH-1000XM4 noise-cancelling headphones. No earplugs underneath. I just carry the musician's earplugs just in case, but...
Hi @Jsm_Joestar. The H did go and I’d describe it as intense sharp stabbing pains for me. It seems common for H to clear up in 6 months or so. I...
Hi @mylesm. The distortions are still there but exist at a much lower level. Yes, they can be annoying, but I’m back to enjoying music and playing...
Hi there. I fly every month interstate and it looks to be working for me, no major issues on the tinnitus front. The front of the plane will...
@Malcolm_, lean on some sleeping meds in the short term if sleep is an issue. I know it’s hard, but it’s also very important to keep busy - throw...
@Monkee Man, I hope you start to feel better soon. It is likely that both the tinnitus and hyperacusis should fade over time. However, it will...
Hi @Joseph K. Congrats on the newborn. If you are currently experiencing ear pain then I'd suggest treading carefully for the next month or so...
Why not go for music? Not all instruments are created equal in the noise department. I’ve been playing much more ukulele these days. It’s a...
That is a good question and something I have been thinking about. Tinnitus was a slap in the face that bad things can and will happen if I don’t...
Some people like to take the mufflers off their bikes to create noise. Bike gangs generally do it for intimidation. The desire may be to disturb...
@Ryan The Sad, I’m sorry you’ve had this recent spike. The good news is that you are very early into this and it is likely to subside. Do what you...
My vote. [MEDIA]
Unfortunately I’ve read a number of stories relating to failed suicides. The young candidates for face transplants are quite heartbreaking. It’s...
I found an article where a newly graduated doctor describes her symptoms after getting long COVID-19. It’s quite a heartbreaking read and she does...
There are a few ways of thinking about this. On the one hand stress in a job can make the tinnitus louder. On the other hand if you’re doing...
Hey @Outlaw. Apologies, I've only just seen this. My distortions have gotten materially better, but they are still there. Hopefully I get further...
Well it's been a whole year now so an update is likely in order. The hyperacusis is still gone thankfully, tinnitus is currently around the 2/10...
Thanks @GeorgeLG. Just purchased that on Kindle and will give it a read.
@weab00, a big congrats. That’s great news.
Hi @Clerkp. Have you tried to set it on a timer so that the sound stops after say 30 minutes? Not sure how long it takes for you to fall asleep,...
I have read other stories of people being prescribed blood pressure meds for anxiety (Propranolol) and getting tinnitus as a result. I believe...
Sorry to hear you’re having a tough time and many here can relate. The first ENT I saw in public basically told me to get used to it. I had to...
@whatdidyousay, it’s most likely that you’ll be fine, so try not to worry about it too much. It’s a good reminder to fix this up and replace the...
Sorry to hear that. That’s a good question and difficult to answer. A common theme for people who get severe tinnitus after a concert, for...
Great news. Things should continue to improve.
Hi @Freddy74. I’ve seen a few similar questions pop up recently and I think it’s very much a personal decision. I’d listen to your body too - if...
The time frame for Prednisone is generally considered as effective within the first 48 hours. Unfortunately few people, including GPs, know or...
If it’s something you have reason to be worried about then I’d get tested as a first step. If that comes back without issue then you’re in the...
Great news. Glad it’s gotten quieter for you. I’d expect to see additional gains in another 3 months.
Thanks @Mark62. I know how difficult the first stretch of this can be. Most people do get better with time.
@Sointu, sounds like you're having a hell of a time with this at the moment. From your introductory post it looks like you're only in the first...
28 July will put you at a little under 3 months in. The first few months are generally considered the most difficult. Ears unfortunately do take a...
Hopefully your situation will get easier if this resolves. I’m not sure what others would recommend as far as ototoxicity goes, but sometimes you...
Glad to hear you’ve had such a material reduction in volume. I’m sure others will be able to expand on this, but there are several things that can...
Hey mate. Sorry to hear you’re struggling. Are there any sounds you can tolerate while studying? I would recommend trying to play some music in...
@Jdwg, I hope you find some relief soon. Careful with the dose there as Propranolol is ototoxic. That being said, people seem to have a range of...
Reach out. You never know. @Ollie, sounds like you’re going through a hell of a spike. I’m sorry this is happening. We all make mistakes which is...
That’s a great sign. I hope you find some answers there. There are unfortunately many, many causes of tinnitus, so narrowing it down can be...
There is a long thread regarding COVID-19 vaccination on the forum. I’m personally in the double vax’d camp and would encourage others to do the...
Don't be too concerned about this. For me the pain hyperacusis turned up a bit after the tinnitus was in full swing. It'll likely take months for...
Hey @aul884, the fact that you are experiencing quieter periods is a good sign. The global trend in volume should be downwards, but it takes a...
@sjtinguy, sounds like you’ve had a hell of a ride. I’m sorry these things have happened and I hope you catch a break soon. Many people here...
I’m sure I’ll gobble them like tic-tacs when I’m older. My ears did shudder reading the article though.
Is it possible to work on material remotely? That might be a better way to go for now. I know it may feel hopeless at the moment, but you’re...
I was completely unaware until reading some stories on Tinnitus Talk of the risks associated with Viagra and Cialis. I guess ignorance is bliss. I...
Hi @Fleur. Could your symptoms be a form of Dysacusis? Quite a few people hear tones and distortion over voices and music. I get a woooo sound...
Sleeping pills aren’t for the long term, but I don't see an issue taking them for a few days. Alternatively, are you active during the day?...
Standard audiograms are very blunt instruments. It’s not all in your head. You need to listen to your body, give it time and protect your ears....
Hang in there mate, you’re certainly not alone with the distortions. It’s been 10 months for me and accepting that this might be here to stay is...
If you are having trouble sleeping, then perhaps using some sleeping pills in the short term might help. Sleep deprivation makes everything appear...
Glad to see you guys supporting each other. 8 and 9 weeks respectively is still very early days. You should see improvement in the coming months....
@Brian Newman, thanks for your reply. I hope you find some relief. I’ll be sure to post if I see improvements. I thought I’d ask the question and...
Hi all. I get a woooo tone, almost as though someone is blowing on the top of a bottle or like amp feedback, lightly over voices and more heavily...
If you are experiencing a sudden loss in hearing I’d suggest going to the emergency ENT, there should be one at your local hospital, and taking a...
@TheHonoredOne, sorry to hear you’re having a tough time finding understanding from your family. When I first went to the ENT he mentioned that...
Thanks. I should have been more specific there. The tablet I’m taking looks to be mostly Magnesium oxide, but there are a few different forms of...
I’m taking a pill supplement at the moment. I’d also chat to your doctor about supplements if you’re breast feeding. You are the whole world to...
I’ve found Magnesium supplements useful. It’s not uncommon for there to be a delay based on my own experience and other stories I’ve read. Many...
Hi @Jodiharing. 2.5 months is still early and your ears will likely need more time to settle. I was still walking around the house with industrial...
Hi @VICKI HERRMANN. Sorry to hear you’re having trouble sleeping. Know that it does get better. I had to lean on sleeping pills to get blocks of...