Tinnitus Worsening at Night While Lying Down During Prednisone Treatment

Jennred

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Author
Oct 8, 2025
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Tinnitus Since
9/29/25
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Unknown
Day 2 of Prednisone after developing sudden hearing loss a week ago. The daytime ringing seems to have improved quite a bit, but when I lie down at night, the ringing in my left ear becomes a sharper, louder tone.

Can tinnitus be affected by lying flat or by pressure from the pillow? I don't think this is just my imagination because it's quiet at night—it really does get worse as soon as I lie down.
 

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