Recent content by mzrach03

Thank you for sharing your story. I suffered acoustic trauma from an MRI that reached 130 dB, even with my earplugs in. I’ve noticed all the same symptoms you have. However, my hyperacusis seems to be even more severe—restaurants with clattering dishes are unbearable for me. Two months in, I’m...

I think the key is to calm your nervous system. My experience is similar—I’m dealing with tinnitus and hyperacusis, and my neurologist told me that the auditory nerve takes about 6 to 8 months to heal. To help with sleep, I take Melatonin or Benadryl. I’m two months in, and it’s still...

@Michael Leigh, do you ever worry about your hyperacusis returning? Has it kept you from attending loud outdoor events, concerts, parties, etc., or are you avoiding those places? I don’t want to stop living my life. If I have mild hyperacusis—mostly an aversion to high-pitched noises like...

I have the same kind of vibrations in my ears. I think it is part of the hyperacusis, not the tinnitus, but I am not sure. Everything sounds amplified, and sometimes I hear bass in my head and feel the vibrations. I'm two months in after an acoustic shock.

Time and patience should help with that.

I'm going through the same emotions right now—two months in. We got this! Sending prayers. 🙏🏽

I just started sound therapy—it's day three. I haven't noticed any changes yet, but only time will tell. I'm also starting CBT next week.

Hey! How are you doing now? Any progress? I'm in the same boat and have felt similar emotions. Hope you're doing well. 🙏🏽

I have similar symptoms from an acoustic trauma six weeks ago. I’m starting sound therapy with Treble Health. Look up their success stories on YouTube—they can be inspiring and give you hope. I truly believe this condition can improve, and avoiding or overprotecting from sound is not the answer.

Thank you so much for sharing. The neurologist I saw last week told me that the auditory nerve could take four to six months to heal. My injury happened during an MRI due to improper ear protection. The doctor said it was an acute trauma, a one-time event, and that it should completely resolve...

@NL50, how are you doing now?

How long did your hyperacusis last? When were you able to attend social events again? I developed it a month ago, and bells, loud music, and loud conversations are painful. How long should I stay indoors?

Thank you for your response. 🙏🏽

Wow, I wish I had been educated on this topic before I ever had the unnecessary MRI—or at least had a technician who showed me how to properly put on earplugs. The last month has been the worst of my life. I seemed to be making progress with hyperacusis, but I went to a wedding this past...

Hi everyone, I’m new here, but I want to share my story because I believe I will have a testimony at the end of this, and I want to come back and share it. On January 7th, I had a brain MRI for headaches that I would get regularly. It was something I chose to do out of fear, not something I...