I'm not sure how it is in other countries, but in America when you can't go into work because you are not feeling well (or sometimes when an employee does not want to go to work) it is called "calling into work sick". Have you ever had to do that because you felt so bad because of your tinnitus?
Poll: Have You Ever Had to "Call Into Work Sick" Due to Tinnitus?
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Yes, especially since I have mild bipolar issues. It's hard for me because its like I need to take something that works like an "anti-depressant" and then something that works like a "depressant". If it wasn't for T, I could get by on just a small amount of a "depressant" and would be pretty good. Basically, something that just calms me down just a notch. Its interesting I took low dose klonopin for a while which worked pretty good at mood stabilization for me. The bad part is, that over time my T got worse when at first it was lowered. The other bad part is the tranquilization part and that it makes it harder to get up in the morning.
I often would not go into lab for work when my hearing loss, sensory processing defects, or depression was significant...that was uncommon, however, and I was waay better just a year ago. But it did greatly impact my performance in work or school.
Now ears are so bad that I do not work or school period. Just stay in my quiet house. Earplugs whenever I go outside around traffic or the like.
Now ears are so bad that I do not work or school period. Just stay in my quiet house. Earplugs whenever I go outside around traffic or the like.
MemberSoon after getting tinnitus, I took six weeks off from work due to a lack of sleep, adjustment, etc. I eventually adjusted to having it but retired from my job three years later. I don't regret a moment of it!
My tinnitus came while I was on maternity leave, still am. Due back at work early June.
Not sure how I would have coped with work....
Not sure how I would have coped with work....
I've called in sick for lesser reasons before (hangover, lack of sleep, laziness) so yes, I've called in sick for T and H especially during the first couple of months. We have paid sick leaves, and they aren't convertible to cash and they can't be carried over to the next year, so might as well use them.
Rubenslash
Member
No but I was lucky to have 2 weeks of holiday just when I got my severe T spike in December, otherwise I might have called sick.
Medically retired from work due to tinnitus.
Anyone that is able to work with tinnitus should count themselves fortunate because it could be a lot worse. For some people the condition can be so debilitating they have to be on medication and are unable to work.
The fact that some people are able to use a computer and post messages in this forum is a positive indication, that for today at least, your tinnitus isn't so intrusive you are unable to function.
Michael
Anyone that is able to work with tinnitus should count themselves fortunate because it could be a lot worse. For some people the condition can be so debilitating they have to be on medication and are unable to work.
The fact that some people are able to use a computer and post messages in this forum is a positive indication, that for today at least, your tinnitus isn't so intrusive you are unable to function.
Michael
I disagree Kelvin. If your tinnitus was severely intrusive you would be unable to work I assure you. Thankfully, this isn't the case. The same applies to any other medical condition. If it is severe enough it can prevent a person from doing all sorts of things. It isn't always mind over matter. The mind might be willing the body isn't
Michael
I disagree Kelvin. If your tinnitus was severely intrusive you would be unable to work I assure you. Thankfully, this isn't the case. The same applies to any other medical condition. If it is severe enough it can prevent a person from doing all sorts of things. It isn't always mind over matter. The mind might be willing the body isn't
Michael
Simply answering the question on this thread @Michael Leigh.
No way did I wish to imply that everyone could do the same.
I do feel fortunate. Its far from easy, as expectations and hence stress is high in architecture and it can be a real challenge.
We are clearly all very different as is our disabling condition.
It truly is a horrible thing.
Wishing you
all at least some peace today.
Well said @Kelvin. There are many people outside of this forum and also within it that think tinnitus, is trivial and can easily be overcome. If they had a taste of what I and others have experienced for a day then they would know what severe, intrusive tinnitus is all about! Please accept my apologies for misunderstanding you..Simply answering the question on this thread @Michael Leigh.
No way did I wish to imply that everyone could do the same.
I do feel fortunate. Its far from easy, as expectations and hence stress is high in architecture and it can be a real challenge.
We are clearly all very different as is our disabling condition.
It truly is a horrible thing.
Wishing you
all at least some peace today.
All the best
Michael
- May 11, 2016
- 1,184
- Tinnitus Since
- 2012
- Cause of Tinnitus
- Loud music/gigs probably
- May 11, 2016
- 1,184
- Tinnitus Since
- 2012
- Cause of Tinnitus
- Loud music/gigs probably
This post scares me, but it must mean mine is nowhere near as bad as some others. I mean, not being able to get up and type some messages, just how loud are these people experiencing tinnitus? Like a car alarm in the ear?
There is a serious side to tinnitus Sam that is often overlooked and some people don't want to see. Although the loudness of one's tinnitus has significance, what really matters is how debilitating one feels by the intrusive noise and this is something that only the individual affected can know. It is good that your tinnitus hasn't been severe enough to prevent you from taking time off work. To help keep it that way is to protect your hearing by keeping away from loud noise and not using headphones even at low volume, in my opinion.
Michael
boliston
Member
- Jun 16, 2019
- 68
- Tinnitus Since
- 30th April 2019
- Cause of Tinnitus
- Idiopathic
Had to call in sick today due to tinnitus - my second sick day since onset 3 months ago - yesterday afternoon my tinnitus seemed to get really loud and things like people talking and typing seemed to make it get even louder - cycling home was quite scary as passing traffic seemed to create a loud hissing noise - I sometimes get this but yesterday it was really loud - when I got home there was a lot of noise in my ears and I checked my blood pressure and it was 164/102 and seemed to stay really high most of the evening - luckily it dropped down a bit before going to sleep (132/79) but this is still high for me as I'm normally 115/65 when resting - luckily my boss has had tinnitus for years so knows how bad it can be at the start.
- Feb 11, 2019
- 801
- Tinnitus Since
- 01/2014
- Cause of Tinnitus
- Headcold/Flu
I'm retired.
I must applaud all of you who are still young enough be working and can remain adequately functional in high pressure, demanding jobs with this Sisyphean scourge.
You all possess iron mental constitutions.
I must applaud all of you who are still young enough be working and can remain adequately functional in high pressure, demanding jobs with this Sisyphean scourge.
You all possess iron mental constitutions.
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