Recent content by LukeYoung

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    Desperate Cry for Help: Severe Tinnitus After Going to Bar with Loud Music

    It was very loud. It brought me to tears and suicidal thoughts. I could hear it over everything except when I was in the shower—that was my only solitude for the first month. I heard it 24/7. During the first few weeks, I relied heavily on sound therapy and rarely left my room. I was also...
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    @Barry098 it's never an easy injury to begin with, and the anxiety because you know what can...

    @Barry098 it's never an easy injury to begin with, and the anxiety because you know what can happen after injury doesn't help.
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    Dysacusis — How Common Is It?

    I hear the same sounds as you. Some of them seem to resemble metallic cicadas. It doesn’t help that this time of year, there are actual cicadas around. I experienced this last year after having a large amount of wax removed, and the same thing happened this year after another large wax removal...
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    Do We Live in Simulation?

    I love the simulation theory, but I think we have too much free will, or maybe it is just perceived as free will. Who knows? The Matrix offers the best depiction of a simulation: one where no one is controlling us piece by piece, but the system as a whole is under control. If we are in a...
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    Microsuction Caused Midranges (Voices) to Distort: Relief Provided by Specific Massage

    It sounds like TTS to me, but I could be wrong.
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    Tinnitus talk can be great for connecting us who experience the same feelings and problems. you...

    Tinnitus talk can be great for connecting us who experience the same feelings and problems. you can feel somewhat HEARD. It's a terrible disorder, and very down played, but you're right. No one will understand unless they have it. It's like that for many things i guess.
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    Newly Developed Tinnitus After Listening to Music at Max Volume Through Earbuds

    Please don’t do anything rash. Your situation sounds very similar to where I was when I first got tinnitus. I was already feeling very depressed, and then this on top of it made me seriously consider giving up. But here I am, eight years later, and I’ve had many good times since then. It will...
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    My Tinnitus Has Become Increasingly Shrill, Vile, Angry, and Unbearable After Attending Outdoor Concert

    It’s honestly heartbreaking. We think enough time has passed, we’ve educated ourselves on what not to do, and we’ve taken precautions, yet we still can’t enjoy some of the things we love. It’s such a shame. But you’ve been here before. All I can say is to rest up, keep doing what you’re already...
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    Tinnitus from Headphones: Retreating to a Quieter Place Has Helped — Now Afraid of Going Back to a Noisy House

    It took me months to fully regain the ability to sleep and get back to a somewhat normal schedule. I was fortunate to have the flexibility to sleep during the day whenever I finally passed out, as I was working night shifts at a local supermarket. I usually got home no later than 11 p.m. Your...
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    Tinnitus After One Festival: What Can I Do to Get Better? Will This Be Permanent?

    It sounds like classical tinnitus caused by a concert, similar to the hallmark symptoms I experienced. It might go away or lessen to a more tolerable level, as it has for me. I recommend using masking sounds to help, especially for sleeping. Try rain, wind, ocean sounds, or even soft classical...
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    Tinnitus After Using a Chainsaw without Hearing Protection — Do I Need to Give Up Shooting Guns?

    I agree with this. It’s best to put the guns away. It’s probably not worth risking further damage, even for a few minutes of enjoyment. Consider finding other hobbies that are quieter and safer for your ears.
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    Tinnitus Worse After Attending a Concert with Hearing Protection

    Hopefully, it will calm down over time. Give it a few months and see how you feel. In the meantime, try to keep yourself distracted.
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    Did Invisalign Cause My Tinnitus? I'm Losing Hope

    Hi @Ciara1987, Tinnitus is a real beast, but I want to help you make sense of it. It is a very complex condition. Most people can attribute it to something like a night out, a loud concert, or years of working in noisy environments. However, there are other potential causes to consider...
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    I Developed Noise-Induced Tinnitus After a Festival Despite Using Hearing Protection

    Keep fighting, mate. You’re still in the early days, and I think the first four months are the hardest. You’ll face challenges, but you will get through them and succeed. In this case, time is our ally. It’s borderline criminal and feels like kidnapping to keep someone against their will. I can...
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    You can do this, you've gotten through it before! Stay strong, keep distracted, it' will be hard...

    You can do this, you've gotten through it before! Stay strong, keep distracted, it' will be hard to not focus on it, but you must try