Discomfort with TRT Sound Generators

[Christopher805]

Dr. Nagler,

I want to thank you for your response regarding my inability to wear sound generators while undergoing TRT. In all fairness I must report that it's been 14 days without generators and most days ring significantly lower and on some days not noticeable.

The question is is this the results of TRT for 6 months or brain naturally habituating?

Another question I have an echo when I talk is this part of my hyperacusis?

Also, what type of protocol can I employ to treat Misophonia?

As always thank you for your support.

 

[Dr. Nagler]

Dr. Nagler,
I want to thank you for your response regarding my inability to wear sound generators while undergoing TRT.

You are welcome.

In all fairness I must report that it's been 14 days without generators and most days ring significantly lower and on some days not noticeable.

I think that's wonderful, @Christopher805. I am very happy for you.

The question is is this the results of TRT for 6 months or brain naturally habituating?

Neither. Habituation has to do with your reaction to your tinnitus. Perhaps read through the "What Is the Brain Capable of?" thread for a more detailed description. Habituation has nothing to do with tinnitus loudness or your ability to detect it when you listen for it. If your tinnitus volume is lower, and if on some days your tinnitus is no longer noticeable, that is really great - but in my opinion neither has anything to do with habituation or TRT.

Another question I have an echo when I talk is this part of my hyperacusis?

No. You might be describing diplacusis, but in any event it is not hyperacusis. As you likely know, in hyperacusis external sounds (and sometimes your own voice) sound uncomfortably loud. Hyperacusis has nothing to do with how your own voice sounds to you unless it is uncomfortably loud.

Also, what type of protocol can I employ to treat Misophonia?

There is no one type of protocol for misophonia. If you post a question with your specific symptoms, I might try to offer some suggestions. But to be honest, misophonia is not a particularly strong suit of mine.

As always thank you for your support.

Glad to help.

Stephen M. Nagler, M.D.