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[Cactusflower]

Glad to find a forum to talk about tinnitus. I'm female, 57 and have had this awful problem for a few years. However, in the past year it's become really bad and it's getting overwhelming.

I have PTSD and depression. My doc prescribed wellbutrin about 6 months ago, and while my mental state has definitely improved, my tinnitus us much worse. If I stop taking wellbutrin I know I will spiral downward. I've tried getting off it and I was in a very bad place.

I don't know what to do. The screeching in my ears is unbearable. I have white noise machines in every room in my house and it doesn't help.

Julia

 

[Samantha R]

@Cactusflower
I am so sorry to hear about your increase in tinnitus.
Have you spoken with your doctor about the Wellbutrin and increase in tinnitus? I have read of some cases on this forum where Wellbutrin is suspected of causing / worsening tinnitus.
Not saying it is, but it's a possibility and something to consider.
There is lots of info here on things people have tried to reduce their tinnitus, you may find something that helps you.
Have you had a hearing test lately?

 

[billie48]

I have PTSD and depression. My doc prescribed wellbutrin about 6 months ago, and while my mental state has definitely improved, my tinnitus us much worse. If I stop taking wellbutrin I know I will spiral downward. I've tried getting off it and I was in a very bad place.

Welcome to the forum. I have had PTSD, depression, anxiety and panic disorder so I understand your pain with them. Wellbutrin does have ototoxic effect to cause tinnitus as a side effect. Perhaps get your doctor to help you phase it out safely and find a safer substitute.

 

[Cactusflower]

Thank you both for your kind replies. I do need to have a hearing test.