Tinnitus Is Taking Over My Life — It Was Preceded by Flu and Loss of Sense of Taste and Smell

Jennifermv

Member
Author
Mar 25, 2021
3
Tennessee
Tinnitus Since
2019
Cause of Tinnitus
undetermined
I had the flu for the first time in my life 2 years ago. I lost my sense of taste and smell.

A few weeks after that, I developed ringing in my ears.

It has never gone away although I have flares where it goes from a 3/10 to an 8/10. I also have a condition called Benign Fasciculation Syndrome (BFS), which began after my tinnitus. I have migraines which might be occipital neuralgia. I'm not sure if it's related.

I have had MRI, blood work, hearing tests. All normal.

Lately, I've had ear and throat pain on one side that accompanied my flare. Any suggestions?
 

Log in or register to get the full forum benefits!

Register

Register on Tinnitus Talk for free!

Register Now