Tinnitus Triggered by Neck, Jaw Issues and Post-Masturbation Episodes

[Mohamed83010]

Hello Community,

I am a 21-year-old individual experiencing persistent symptoms that I would like to discuss with others who may have had similar experiences.

For the past one to two years, I have noticed brief episodes of tinnitus in both ears immediately after masturbation. These episodes are characterized by a loud, siren-like ringing that usually fades within a few seconds.

Three months ago, during a period of significant stress, I developed continuous tinnitus in my right ear. At first, the ringing was extremely intense and difficult to cope with, but it has since decreased to a level of about 1 to 2 out of 10 in severity. However, it remains constant.

Just before the onset of this persistent tinnitus, I experienced neck pain for three days. After that, the tinnitus began. I have also noticed pronounced crepitus (popping or clicking sounds) in my right jaw joint, on the same side as the affected ear. These sounds are sometimes audible even while walking. Additionally, I've been dealing with ongoing neck and back pain for the past three months.

When I focus on a computer screen for a few minutes and then tilt my head backward, I hear distinct cracking sounds in my neck, which I never noticed before.

I went to one physiotherapy session but chose not to continue, as I felt uneasy about having my neck and jaw manipulated without a clear diagnosis. I have undergone a neck MRI, but the results have not yet been reviewed by a doctor. I am concerned about the lack of a definitive explanation and the risks of proceeding with undirected treatment.

Interestingly, activities such as using a sauna, jacuzzi, or swimming significantly reduce the intensity of my tinnitus by roughly 80 percent.

I am especially concerned about the connection between my various symptoms, particularly the recurring tinnitus episodes after masturbation over the past one to two years, which now seem to have been an early warning sign. The fact that the tinnitus is now constant makes me fear it could be permanent.

A mild hearing loss of 30 dB was also detected between 14,000 and 16,000 Hz. I suspect I may not have noticed it earlier because of the tinnitus, but I am not entirely sure.

Has anyone here experienced similar symptoms, particularly the combination of tinnitus, neck and jaw issues, and post-masturbation ringing? I would really appreciate any insights or shared experiences that could help me better understand what might be going on and what options I should consider.

Lastly, I want to clarify that I have not been exposed to loud noises. I am a young person who rarely leaves the house, and I do not have any known serious neurological disorders. The only issue noted so far is a slight straightening of my neck. If anything else is wrong, I hope the MRI results will reveal it.

Thank you for your time and support.

 

[Cirq]

Hi @Mohamed83010,

I see no responses here, so I'll address the elephant in the room: masturbation. My buddy once asked a teacher in high school if he got his own worms to go fishing. The teacher said yes, and my buddy called him a "master-baiter." He got detention for that one.

Now, for guys, where does the blood go when there's an erection? I've always believed tinnitus is connected to blood flow, nerves, and the brain. During sex or masturbation, all of those things are involved. I remember reading in a Playboy magazine when I was about ten that you can achieve an erection simply through thought. As you get older, it becomes more of a challenge since both you and your partner are aging, which is why there is such a demand for ED medications like Viagra.

As for sexual preference, I believe you should do what makes you happy. I love everyone unless they give me a reason not to.

So yes, blood flow is directly related to tinnitus. Once blood circulation returns to normal, you may get temporary tinnitus that then fades away.

Regarding your neck and jaw, I'm not sure how much relevance there is, but I'd be concerned that it could take your tinnitus from a low level, like a 1 or 2, to something much higher if left unaddressed. The problem is we're human and we have needs, but this is tricky. If you are taking ED medication, I would suggest stopping. You don't want your tinnitus to escalate to a level 10, because then you'll really be fighting for your life.

I'm being honest because your tinnitus is at a low impact level right now, and you don't want to risk it getting worse. I know many people are embarrassed to talk about this, but I'm not—it's part of life. Maybe this honesty can save you from a much worse experience, or even save your life. None of us are perfect, though we like to think so.

For example, I once had blood in my eye and I sometimes get a nosebleed on one side. At the time, I was dating an older woman—I'm older too—and I'm positive the medication I was taking played a part in my tinnitus. The problem is that big pharmaceutical companies make these drugs easy to get, and too many people are getting rich from them. Greed wins again. There really should be a class action lawsuit for the damage these companies are causing to people's lives.

Lastly, if you're not taking any medication to increase blood flow, speak with a doctor. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, if you get my drift.