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Ashwagandha is one of many Ayurvedic remedies. It is often prescribed as part of a formula that may contain 10 to 15 different herbs. If you are interested in taking Ashwagandha, it is a good idea to consult an Ayurvedic physician. Ayurveda is fully recognized in India, which has many excellent...

Hello Kam, Stephen here, I'm in Paris until I leave on Wednesday. Let me know if you would like a visit. It's probably possible Sunday, Monday or Tuesday.. Take care, Stephan

Hello Kam, I'm in Paris and can visit you if you'd like. Would sometime on Monday or Tuesday work? I leave on Wednesday. I have an apartment in the 18th. Et comme j'ai dit, je parle français. Stephan

You are very welcome! I hope you find some relief. I forgot to mention that if you massage your back and neck, be sure to pay extra attention to your scalp. The scalp has many nerve endings, and Vata oil can be particularly beneficial when used with a good scalp massage. I've read at least one...

I cannot provide a full answer, but I was using 1.5 mg of clonazepam once daily at 9 PM before bed. Over time, I tapered down to zero. About two months after tapering to zero, my tinnitus worsened, likely going from moderate to severe, though it is hard to remember exactly. I then went back up...

Keep in mind that a general practitioner (GP), ENT, neurologist, or psychopharmacologist is qualified to prescribe Clonazepam. I had a good relationship with my neurologist, who prescribed Gabapentin for me based on a study suggesting synergistic efficacy when combined with Clonazepam. My ENT...

Massage is an excellent idea. I also got a massage, and it helped relieve stress and tension. Reaching out to this forum, taking steps like getting acupuncture with massage, and connecting with your wife are all great to hear. For many people who experience tinnitus and hyperacusis, the initial...

Many of us here have been through absolute hell when we first developed tinnitus or hyperacusis. Mine was so severe that I lost a significant amount of weight, couldn’t eat, and couldn’t sleep for more than a couple of hours at a time. I cried a lot and felt completely hopeless. What you are...

At my very worst, when I was dealing with newly developed catastrophic tinnitus and hyperacusis, I found myself holding onto a strange and unexpected thought. If the relentless suffering ever broke me, I took some comfort in knowing that the tinnitus and hyperacusis would stop if my life ended...

Hello. I found another thread that addresses binaural beats. It looks like some people have improved. There were a variety of responses and discussions. Good luck.

Wow, the above track (at least the first one) needs a MAJOR warning. Two seconds of hearing it just about propelled me to the ceiling. It could be dangerous, especially for people with hyperacusis or even mild sound sensitivity. I'm glad it worked for you, but two seconds of that were torture...

My instinct regarding sound exposure is to take reasonable precautions, which will vary depending on one’s personal situation. For those with hyperacusis, more rigorous protection is necessary. Similarly, for those with reactive tinnitus, additional precautions are also important. For me...

To your point, they collectively contribute to the Social Security system, Medicare, and billions of dollars in taxes. In doing so, they help sustain Social Security, Medicare, and the country’s overall financial stability. (Undocumented Immigrants' Payments Into Social Security Detailed in...

Hello, I noticed you mentioned trying Ayurvedic medicine. It is worth noting that Ayurveda often takes time to show results and usually involves panchakarma for optimal effectiveness. The tinnitus I experience changes throughout the day and from day to day. Over the past few months, it has...

I recommend looking for studies that show a reduction in tinnitus symptoms with Prednisone. Be sure to also review the potential side effects. If your doctors still refuse to prescribe it, even after you share relevant studies, consider seeking a second opinion or finding another doctor. In my...