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I use earplugs, but they don’t seem to help me. Silicone ones are especially frustrating because they always fall out of my ears no matter what I do. It feels like I’m not only cursed with this condition but also with small ear canals that make it hard to get a proper fit with earplugs to...

Exposed to loud ambulance siren again (which was right next to me). I'm so done with this condition. I'm so done with these possible worsenings always happening to me, it's so exhausting/tiring I can't catch a break. :(

@gameover, same here... Hopefully, yours will improve again. Mine has also gotten worse. This godforsaken condition is such an emotional roller coaster. Yes, I know the damage is cumulative. Yes, I know I should be careful. Yes, I know! But please, let me live my life. Why does it always have...

It's gotten worse now I feel... Screaming 24/7 tinnitus in my ears now especially left ear for a few days now. I really hope it calms down and goes back to it's initial baseline, it's hard to concentrate properly in this noise :(

The effects of these conditions seem downplayed. I don't feel it's talked about, taken seriously enough because, I mean the damage is permanent ffs. Most docs are like just learn to live with it. Not so helpful advice. I guess only those who have it actually know the severity of it. The true...

Man. It's just exhausting. It always seems to be: worry/stress about other stuff + this condition. The fucking cherry on top.

Quite a rowdy day, was around a lot of noise unfortunately, very close to some loud construction site. I had earplugs but yeah, constantly having to adjust them so they sit correctly is definitely a problem... Kind of debating if I should go back to the simple foam ones, at least they stay in my...

Yes, it’s quite a dilemma. I think the most practical approach is to use ear protection when necessary, but not all the time. For instance, if you know you’ll be in loud environments, it’s a good idea to wear it. Similarly, if there is a chance of unexpected loud noises, using ear protection...

Hi, welcome! I am sorry to hear that you have found yourself here and are now dealing with this condition. You are already doing a great job by keeping digital volumes low and avoiding headphones. That is an excellent start. Remember to also take regular breaks from listening, even if the...

I think we might have a similar experience with tinnitus. The first year is especially challenging and can feel like absolute hell, but it should improve over time. As for flying, it might be okay, but be sure to bring foam earplugs just in case. Wishing you the best of luck!

Welcome! I am sorry to hear that you have developed this condition as well. For now, I recommend avoiding headphones entirely. However, if you absolutely must use them (like me, since I cannot live without music), make sure to keep the volume extremely low. Personally, I use about 2 percent...

At least I have my peltors, but I don't really want to wear them in public.

Yep, I do that too, but not in public. It’s embarrassing, but it’s my genuine, unfiltered reaction. I also can’t stand high-pitched laughter or happy screeching. It doesn’t matter whether the person is happy or sad—the high-pitched noises are just so annoying.

Yep, crying babies are a trigger for me too, and screeching children in general—it’s so annoying! :/

Earplugs keep falling out of my ears :/ idk if this is even viable, I might have to try different tip sizes. Kinda nervous to do that though since last time I went one size higher and it felt uncomfortable but might be because I didn't insert it correctly idk. This is annoying.

I wish I could go back to my previous baseline so bad now... :(

If you really want to go to the festival and take the risk, at least bring double hearing protection—earmuffs plus earplugs underneath—just to be safe.

Isn't it awesome to get blasted with literally every sound like the whole day. Totally didn't happen to me today, even with earplugs, holy shit, you can't make this shitty luck up...

Seems like I'm fine. Gotta be more careful next time, I seem to lose my balance quite easily...

I just fell on the stairs and hit my head... Just my luck... Hopefully nothing changed and things are normal. I hope

Personally, I haven't had songs get stuck in my head, but I sometimes experience lingering noises, especially if they sound like tinnitus. They can stay in my head for quite a while. Auditory hallucinations really suck. :( I wish you the best, and hopefully, it improves for you.

Hope you're doing well man, from one Finnish guy to another.

permanent spike...

I’d say it’s safe, but make sure to take frequent breaks—a lot of breaks. And keep the volume very low. I personally use 4% volume on Windows. The longer you listen, the higher the risk, so avoid any 10+ hour binges like I, unfortunately, have done.

no pain anymore it was probably something else causing that, but the ringing still persists in my left ear. Very loud. :/

I hope I can reach that point too. As a musician, navigating this condition has been nothing short of awful. :(

I have actual pain in my left ear as well and both ears have loud tinnitus what have I done?... :(

Custom-made as well. Wow, that sucks. :( I was thinking about getting custom-made earplugs, but if the risk still exists like this, then I don't know if it's worth it. I mean, they aren't exactly cheap...

It's a shame it's a cumulative condition. I wish it could improve more than just worsen. I wish you and everyone the best of luck as well. My luck has been awful :(

That's understandable and makes sense. Hopefully it improves for you soon. Setbacks are always a pain.

I agree, but it truly is a shame having to give up music events like this. :/

That sounds like mine, it's like a whistling tone that intrudes all of the sounds, right?

I think my T's volume baseline has increased a lot as well. I'm so frustrated...

That truly sounds like a pain. :( For me, it hasn’t changed into anything else. Occasionally, it mimics other sounds, but the loud whistling is always the main one. And yes, you’re probably right about stopping the research. It’s harder to habituate when you’re constantly reminding yourself of...

I just realized some songs don't sound the same to me anymore they sound so different, I think I have actually officially permanently worsened my hearing. :(