Noise Makes Tinnitus Louder

I have tinnitus 24/7 since having a tumour removed but have learnt to live with it to some extent but I have recently noticed that loud noises makes my tinnitus louder, is this possible or is it my imagination?

 

Mine too. Even noises that are a tad too loud for comfort like people talking loudly or noisy environment etc, makes my tinnitus louder. Sometimes, my ears feel "tired" by the time I reach home. I always feel like making a quick exit when there are too many competing noises around me.

 

Hi thank you for replying so quickly it's quite comforting in a strange sort of way to know that someone else has the same problem as me.

 

Hi Dolly, it's kinda weird (I posted his on another thread), but I actually prefer louder environments, because it drowns out my T! I can kinda get away from the piercing ringing for a bit in a louder environment.

Although, I must admit/agree that too many competing noises can wig me out a bit too (especially when all three of my sons are talking at the same time!! !!

I wish you wellness and relief!!

 

Same here. I also like louder environments because then I can't hear the T anymore. But too loud environments (riding on the bus, malls, walking next to a street, let alone bars or clubs) always increase my T for a while. It seems it wants to compete with the loud noises from outside . So usually when I come home, I realize my T is louder, after a while it usually decreases again.

 

Thank you for your reply I haven't been on here for a few days my computer has been 'unwell' lol

 

Thank you and I wish the same for you xx