Recent content by PeteJ

No, I haven’t. I’ve been thinking that I should have bought some a while ago, but they are expensive, right? I’m on disability, and I don’t know if that kind of purchase would be subsidized. I wouldn’t say I exactly forced the “bad” orange plugs in. The problem is, even though I was pretty...

I don’t know what to do. Around two to three weeks ago, it seemed like things were getting a lot better, but suddenly it regressed. Now the pain is back—my left ear, deep in the inner ear or ear canal—and I have no idea why. Should I stop wearing earplugs entirely and just try to avoid noise as...

I agree. My ear plugs are not enough when sirens and loud noise is near me - and I can't avoid it where I live. I screwed up, too - I ran out of my usual ear plugs, and a friend gave me a large bag of different plugs - so I decided to try them - and one I put in my left ear caused pain and an...

I would upvote you if I could. I am really pessimistic about it though. I probably should not comment, but I am also not here to tell people what to think. I just remember when I first joined, and people were talking about the research, testing, and new technology. It was the only encouraging...

“Moreover, the results indicate that the severity of tinnitus and hyperacusis is directly related to impaired work capacity and higher rates of work absence.” I think common sense would suggest that outcome. I am not sure a study would even be necessary to conclude that. The real issue is that...

I’m not sure if they will mute enough noise for you. They are around 27 NRR or something like that. Yours sound like they are 32, but I doubt I could use them because my ear canals are so darn fragile. The orange ones I tried caused a lot of pain, and now my ear canal is really messed up. I do...

Does anyone reading this use earplugs regularly? I made the mistake of trying a different kind instead of my usual Laser Lites, and I so regret it. Whenever I have had problems with earplugs or accidentally hit my ear in some way, it has taken a long time to heal. The only time I have had...

My left ear is still in a lot of pain, especially in the ear canal. I can’t remember how long this usually lasts. Any idea? Anyone? Whenever I’ve gone to the doctor to ask about it, they’re no help. They don’t give me anything, and sometimes they just say, “It’s a bit red in there.” I’ve never...

I did… thanks for replying. I’m still in pain, and it’s really discouraging. My left ear feels so messed up. 😞 Why did I even try to use an earplug I knew would be no good?! Even if the Laser Lites don’t block as much noise, at least I can wear them and put them in my ear with way less chance...

Such good news for you! I hope that applies to me as well. I think I have some Eustachian tube dysfunction too. I can feel the sensation of air in my ear, a whooshing sound, which seems abnormal. There is a lot of pain and discomfort in my ear. As I have mentioned before, my ears are already...

Hi, I hope someone replies. Actually, hopefully, quite a few people... I get anxiety whenever I experience ear pain, especially when it causes a tinnitus spike. In this case, ironically, the pain is not from noise but from earplugs. I ran out of my usual Howard Leight Laser Lite foam earplugs...

Thanks for the follow-up, Bill. It’s interesting that it went back down, and that’s good news for you, too. I live near an area where ambulances pass by frequently, and I hate it with a passion. Unfortunately, I can’t move, but it’s my goal—or dream, whatever—to get out of there one day if I’m...

Sorry, I did not realize you had replied. Honestly, I did not expect any more responses. I was really stressed out, but I managed to get an extension. I am trying to finish my portion this week, though I am not sure if I will manage, but I do not want to delay it much longer. I still have six...

1. "Most tinnitus caused by acoustic trauma fades over time, typically within 6 to 18 months. In many cases, it fades completely." 2. "No matter how loud it seems today or how overwhelming the ear pain, fullness, and sensitivity to noise may feel, it will improve over time." Those statements...

Best answer: The original poster sounds like they are repeating information from an official, likely publicly funded, health or psychology report on tinnitus. These reports all tend to say the same thing and repeat the same rhetoric.