Tonsillitis and Tinnitus?

Discussion in 'Support' started by AnneG, Oct 31, 2013.

    1. AnneG
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      AnneG Member

      Location:
      Philippines
      Tinnitus Since:
      09/13
      Do you guys think Tonsillitis can make my T worse? Because i heard Colds can and everytime i have Tonsillitis I'd start getting the Colds to, So now I'm a little bit worried, I know when I'm gonna get Tonsillitis for its something i have very often, My neck would start to feel stiff, My throat starts to hurt, headache and i feel very tired. And Since the throat is connected to the ears i thought maybe it might make my T worse. This will be my first Tonsillitis since the T onset. I haven't taken any medications for T, I'm scared that it also might make it worse. If this Tonsillitis goes on can i take Antibiotics for it? Has anyone ever took antibiotic and noticed difference in their T? How about paracetamol? Thank you :)
       
      AnneG, Oct 31, 2013
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    2. Carlo
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      Carlo Member Benefactor

      Location:
      Italy
      Tinnitus Since:
      07/2013
      Hi Anne,
      check this list of ototoxic drugs so - just in case - you can choose with your doctor the antibiotic to take if you need it.
      http://www.ata.org/sites/ata.org/files/pdf/Ototoxic_Brochure_by_League_for_Hard_of_Hearing_2012_Jul_12.pdf
      I took an antibiotic not included in the list for five days and it didn't affect my T.
      Take care!
       
      Carlo, Oct 31, 2013
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    3. Markku
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      Markku Director Staff Benefactor Hall of Fame Team Tech Team Research Team Awareness

      Tinnitus Since:
      04/2010
      Cause of Tinnitus:
      Syringing
      I wouldn't be worried about it making the tinnitus worse. If you notice a temporary spike, try not to worry and let time take care of it.

      I see Carlo gave you proper advice above.

      I have taken both ibuprofen and paracetamol, and no difference in tinnitus.
      Paracetamol is apparently the safer choice.
      See this thread: Should we worry about paracetamol/ibuprofen? | Tinnitus Talk Support Forum
       
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      Markku, Oct 31, 2013
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