Significant Tinnitus Relief Using Vicks VapoInhaler and VapoRub

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I have had tinnitus in my left ear for three years.

I recently watched a video on YouTube about applying Vicks VapoRub under the nostrils. It gave me a little relief.

Then I started using the Vicks VapoInhaler multiple times a day. It has reduced the ringing in my left ear by 90 percent or more.

I was told it might be helping by unplugging my Eustachian tube.

Maybe this will help someone else the way it helped me.

 

[Kam75]

Glad to hear you found something that helps.

Obviously, this is very unlikely to work for noise-induced tinnitus.

How long does the reduction in ringing last?

 

[momus]

Great news, I'm glad it worked for you. I have experienced something similar to what you described, though not to the same degree. Our ears are extremely sensitive to pressure—just ask anyone who has flown on a plane.

My tinnitus is not very stable either. There are times when it is really loud, and other times when it is barely noticeable. Sometimes I do not even realize it has increased if I am outdoors or keeping busy.

 

[FR2025]

Absolutely true for me. Poor Eustachian tube drainage increases my tinnitus. Thank you for the tip.

 

[kingsfan]

The packaging says not to use it for more than seven days, as it can cause congestion to return or become worse. I think this is a good indication of what might be causing your tinnitus, but other approaches should be considered to address your Eustachian tube dysfunction.

 

[object16]

Those over-the-counter products should only be used for a maximum of one day. They can cause rebound effects, and then you're really in trouble. Get a prescribed nasal steroid instead—they are safe for long-term use.

In my case, my Eustachian tube was completely blocked, and I couldn't hear. It was filled with fluid. In desperation, I kept using more and more of the steroid spray (this was years ago). Then, suddenly, it sounded like someone flushed a toilet—that was the fluid draining out, and just like that, I could hear again.

My ENT just laughed when he heard what had happened. The spray was prescribed, and the instructions were for two sprays, but I had used the entire bottle. He had a name for what I had done, but I can't remember it.

Even if your OTC bottle says it's safe for a week, that's far too long. To be safe, only use it for a maximum of two days. In the meantime, start using the steroid spray.

 

[MotorcycleWriter]

Those over-the-counter products should only be used for a maximum of one day. They can cause rebound effects, and then you're really in trouble. Get a prescribed nasal steroid instead—they are safe for long-term use.

In my case, my Eustachian tube was completely blocked, and I couldn't hear. It was filled with fluid. In desperation, I kept using more and more of the steroid spray (this was years ago). Then, suddenly, it sounded like someone flushed a toilet—that was the fluid draining out, and just like that, I could hear again.

My ENT just laughed when he heard what had happened. The spray was prescribed, and the instructions were for two sprays, but I had used the entire bottle. He had a name for what I had done, but I can't remember it.

Even if your OTC bottle says it's safe for a week, that's far too long. To be safe, only use it for a maximum of two days. In the meantime, start using the steroid spray.

The OTC sprays such as Flonase and Nasacort will work just fine for their symptoms. A prescription is not necessary, unless they wish to use their medical insurance to save some money. The OTC sprays can also be used safely for several months, not just one day.

 

[object16]

It is not the over-the-counter steroid for the ear, but rather the over-the-counter sympathomimetic, like Oxymetazoline. We do not have over-the-counter steroids available around here. The sympathomimetic works instantly and dramatically. Steroids, on the other hand, do not have a rebound effect. Sympathomimetics will instantly clear a Eustachian tube, unless there is a middle ear infection. I keep a bottle on hand but only use it for two doses. In the meantime, I start the steroid.

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