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I've had severe tinnitus and hyperacusis since 2015 and got hearing aids in 2018. I wasn't expecting much from them but they have helped me a lot, especially with the hyperacusis. They're definitely worth a try if you can get them and work with a good audiologist to tune them for your needs.

I'm sorry you're suffering, @Agrajag364. Spikes are the worst, but they do go away eventually. Stress exacerbates loudness, so do whatever you can to manage your stress and grief. And keep reminding yourself that this will pass - because it will.

What gorgeous cats! :cat:

We' are over the 3 grand mark and donations are coming in every day. Fantastic! :rockingbanana:

I am so sorry to hear this. Danny was a fantastic contributor to this community. His fearlessness and positivity were admirable and he'll be greatly missed.

@Ed209 I could have written the exact same post three months ago - similar MRI experience in December and it really knocked me back. Like you, I cursed myself for grinning and bearing it rather than hitting the button (@Jazzer I thought the exact same thing as you re. being sabotaged by my...

@Bethnal Lizzie I occasionally use Sleepphones at bedtime (at very low volume) to help me nod off and have found them very helpful, not at all aggravating for my T. As I've habituated I've needed them a lot less, but it's good to know they're there. Your timer idea sounds like a good one.

I'm going through something similar at the moment, and yes, it's difficult not to worry. But I'm pretty sure you'll return to baseline soon. Nothing in your post suggests it was an unreasonable level of noise exposure. I've given up trying to gauge how long it should take for a spike to go away...

Thank you very much for sharing this, @Benjamin Greenberg. Every piece of research brings us closer to understanding and (eventually) beating tinnitus. It's a fantastic achievement - congratulations!

I found reading difficult for the first year, but it has got a lot easier as I've habituated. Low background music has helped. Strangely enough, writing has never been a problem - I suppose it depends on what you are writing. Give it time and your focus and motivation will return.

Really informative. Thanks @Aaron123

This is terribly sad.

Great update, thanks Steve! Really good to see collaboration like this. Thanks for all the work you and TT are putting in.

Amazing work, thank you to all involved.

@Jake007 You're very brave to take this leap and I hope you soon see some improvement. I've found sound therapy (quiet music at low volume) helpful for getting back to sleep.