Recent content by vme1987

I am currently dealing with another spike, and it has been going on for about a month now. Cold air, coughs, colds—I am not entirely sure what triggers them, but my spikes tend to last a long time. However, they do eventually return to baseline. It is incredibly frustrating, but it helps to...

I really appreciate your responses! It's so helpful to hear from others, especially when frustration starts creating what I like to call an anxiety loop. The ringing gets louder, which increases frustration and anxiety, and then the anxiety just seems to make everything worse—ringing, blood...

Actually, it did, but I’m conveniently hitting another spike at the moment. It’s a tough cycle because when it does spike, it’s so frustrating to think this might be here forever, all because of one random encounter with COVID-19. It can be tough sometimes not to let it get to me. However, I’ve...

I have been dealing with tinnitus since either the flu or COVID-19 back in February. Initially, I experienced some anxiety with it, including high blood pressure, panic attacks, etc. I saw my primary care physician (PCP) and was referred to an ENT specialist. Blood work came back normal, with no...

Your responses have been a breath of fresh air! I don’t know anyone who has experienced this personally, and I truly appreciate the insight!

Hi all! Tinnitus started for me after either the flu or COVID-19 in February 2024. Nothing was irregular about the flu or COVID-19 - I felt pretty miserable for a couple of days, and I have never had any other health issues or concerns. I have scanned tinnitus forums for months and am looking...