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  1. nogood

    3 & 4 CD Scans Found Reason for My Tinnitus

    @Greg Sacramento I suggested second consult because as you I will also be worry abt going deaf. I have been to TOP drs for my tmj issue and T in 3 different countries, I choose the least invasive treatment. Took it step by step. I went to different types of dr too allopathic homeopathic...
  2. nogood

    3 & 4 CD Scans Found Reason for My Tinnitus

    I recommend that you go to another doctor for second consultation Different dr have different opinions and experiences, esp when surgery is involved second consult is always a good idea.
  3. nogood

    3 & 4 CD Scans Found Reason for My Tinnitus

    What is the exact name of the scans ? I have tmj issues had couple of scans ct scans but they did not reveal much. I am not familiar with CD scans
  4. nogood

    Got Captured in Hospital

    stay strong @glynis, everything will be alight soon. big hugs from me. :huganimation:
  5. nogood

    Teeth Clenching Makes My Tinnitus Queiter — Why?

    best bet is on TMJD, dont do anything drastic right way , get a good consult from one or two different doctors. And then decide what you want to do.
  6. nogood

    Tinnitus and Acute Stage Treatment

    no changes but got use to it.. like I have a choice of cure.. so just learned to live with it.. how abt you how are you doing..
  7. nogood

    Antibiotic Induced Ototoxicity & Betahistine

    Its best you talk to your doctor Its a touchy subject, we dono why u where prescribed antibiotics in first place. I usually tell my doctor i have t and is this medicine ototoxic or will it make it worst. The recent gp i been going is very kind and understanding. Although he cannot help me much...
  8. nogood

    Cod Liver Oil

    Over all its good for you.. My doctor recommend 2g a day for me..which is highest allowed.
  9. nogood

    How Common Tinnitus Actually Is?

    Dan, it's still a small surprise for me. The friend with tmjd explains almost similar symptoms and sounds I have. For him it's only one ear. The side his jaw got dislocated by the doctor. Every day sounds cover his tinnitus, like table fan or outside ambiance. He is only bothered by it when no...
  10. nogood

    How Common Tinnitus Actually Is?

    Interesting enough, after I spoke to couple of friends of mine I found out that one of them has tinnitus for two years, reason - dental surgery for removing wisdom tooth, the doctor dislocated his jaw to remove the teeth and he has been having this issue since then. His tinnitus sounds EEEE or...
  11. nogood

    Does Your Doctor Listen to Your Ears?

    @Dr. Nagler nope... never had that done.. number of ent i seen, 5 in total last year. [in the order i meet them] 1- Otorhinolaryngologists/professor of a very famous private medical college 2- Head of department of a government medical college 3- 3 ent doctors [including my own aunt] just...
  12. nogood

    Waking Up With Absolutely Stupid Tinnitus

    @RaZaH @RichL meet an myofascial surgeon after xray and ct scans, and he even took the trouble to bring in an ent to give a consultation. He said alignment and bite is ok. maybe having muscle spasm, due to stress. Before doing anything Invasive he decided to give shot of steroids in the jaws...
  13. nogood

    Help/Advice

    i can not catch the time line from the point got hit in the head with air bag to doctor advising to take zyrtec cause it could be sinus infection. but what ever it may be, to be on the safe side i say the situation warrants proper diagnosis.
  14. nogood

    Help/Advice

    your explanation is too vague if u got hit in face by the air bag or banged yourself in the head get yourself proper MRI and ct scan, not just for brain but complete head esp jaws and ears
  15. nogood

    Favorite Movie Quotes -> Go!

    Whatever comes our way, whatever battle we have raging inside us, we always have a choice. My friend Harry taught me that. He chose to be the best of himself. It's the choices that make us who we are, and we can always choose to do what's right.-spiderman "Life was like a box of chocolates...
  16. nogood

    Comprehensive List of Ototoxic Medications

    Thank you
  17. nogood

    Waking Up With Absolutely Stupid Tinnitus

    hi @RaZaH @RichL i did went to a dentist, confirmed that i have tmj issues and crowded teeth on my left side. plan to do the extraction next month. one more tooth is coming out so wait for it to come out completely to i dont need a surgery, just plain old extraction [cheaper that way]. [ i do...
  18. nogood

    Can Wi-Fi Worsen Existing Tinnitus?

    my pov on memon/earthclam nova or what ever, does not make sense to me and no you dont need to be grounded 24/7. I will jst stick to my previous suggestions, go for walk or sit and relax on ground barefoot Evey now and then or when ever possible, like our forefathers did. Next pratical solution...
  19. nogood

    Can Wi-Fi Worsen Existing Tinnitus?

    @Thongjy i have no comments for earthcalm nova. i am skeptical when it comes to such things. logically speaking, you wear shoe all day, walk in the house with designer tiles which is coated with epoxy or resin. wearing a small pendent on the neck is not gonna make any difference. you can wear...
  20. nogood

    Can Wi-Fi Worsen Existing Tinnitus?

    no [carpets are not conductors ] no [vibration is not conduction ] and no [nope never bothered with these stuff] and no EMF signals is produced by all thing that are electrical, electronics in particular uses them most in deeper level. At any given time you are surrounded by FM,AM, mobile...
  21. nogood

    My Tinnitus Has Changed ...

    @Dr. Nagler hope everything will be fine soon. Its dumb question but ... have you attempted or done any diagnostics on the cause of your T ? [any time recently ]
  22. nogood

    Can Wi-Fi Worsen Existing Tinnitus?

    i just skimmed through all post.[ this is a long and interesting topic] i will cut short all the blah blah things and come to the point. a- Only thing that could protect you from RF radiation is a copper mesh, which shld be grounded. [you have build urself a big cage or armor like olden days...
  23. nogood

    Ringing from Singapore

    good to hear that your T is gone.:rockingbanana::beeranimation: just be careful. eat healthy and stay way from noisy place and exercise regularly.. Am doing good. issues with my heart seems almost non existent now. [ Been busy with work/family/health tests/sisters wedding, have to catch up...
  24. nogood

    Sinus Rinse or Paracetamol

    @Thongjy sinus rinse does not cause much issues in any case, unless u are doing it wrongly. if u have stuffy/blocked nose just use a steamer and also buy user self a humidifier for your bed room and your office desk if you can. Steam inhalation would help with blocked nose, also u can try salt...
  25. nogood

    Ringing from Singapore

    one major symptom : some times i get tonal T when i have pain in jaws and ears. Plus other issues like locked jaws. Or limited mobility. Which comes and goes. i have tmj issues, it does aggrivates the T that much i am sure.
  26. nogood

    Ringing from Singapore

    Hi @Patrick@SG how are u doing. Agree with generally doctors are useless when it comes to T. No matter which country they are. @annty so sorry to hear abt ur T. I almost did all tests too, do PM me if you want someone to talk to. currently suffering from tmj issues.i almost ruled out all other...
  27. nogood

    CIMETIDINE Rx for My Toddler?

    Find neem and turmeric pills available in lots on online stores. Make paste and apply to the affected area and also u can give it to the kid. Start with one pill a day and slowly increase to 3 pills a day, until the symptoms reduce. Neem and turmeric have been used in india for a couple of...
  28. nogood

    Would You Pay $2800 for a Chance at Clearing Your Tinnitus?

    I am on other side of the world.. Singapore, Nowhere near nj. acupuncture is pretty harmless if done correctly. The needle doesn't hurt more than mosquito bite if it does then its being done wrongly. vegan diet for 6 months will help for liver issues. Liver issues grow with intake of animal...
  29. nogood

    Would You Pay $2800 for a Chance at Clearing Your Tinnitus?

    @luckyman316 My point of view is simple.. if you can afford it then go for it.. i do suffer from tmj issues too.. someone in here pointed out if ur T is all over the place and very high in the morning you probably have tmj issues. in my case it is true. my jaws would get stuff and locked some...
  30. nogood

    Retigabine (Trobalt, Potiga) — General Discussion

    It might sound odd advice but get more active And Drink pleanty of water. neurological pain are not real pain rather created by brain. what you explain seems like your body is trying to adjust. I am sure it wil pass soon.
  31. nogood

    Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) for Tinnitus — Experiences (Dr. Wilden, etc.)

    Without lens its out of control. Need some way to control the spread of beam. Lol that makes two of us.
  32. nogood

    Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) for Tinnitus — Experiences (Dr. Wilden, etc.)

    From my understanding the graph is for concentrated beam so when using a diffuser or lens to create a wide spot the energy will definitely vary. By rough calculation lets say 2mm circle is 100mw 2cm square is roughly 1/10th of the energy. More or less can calibrate with very rough estimate. I...
  33. nogood

    Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) for Tinnitus — Experiences (Dr. Wilden, etc.)

    I was using this graph as reference http://i1223.photobucket.com/albums/dd510/rocket689/LPC-826plot.jpg This is wht i intent to do. The current and voltage are in reference to the light power out put based on graph. offcourse it needs to be properly calibred.
  34. nogood

    Iron Supplement? Safe?

    Dates and Spinach are good source of iron. easy to find and its cheap with loads of other benefits.
  35. nogood

    Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) for Tinnitus — Experiences (Dr. Wilden, etc.)

    lol i was tempted to, i goggled around managed to find some things. http://www.ebay.com/itm/MITSUBISHI-658nm-660nm-300-400mw-CW-Red-Laser-Diode-LPC-826-/110896818957 more or less the exact frequency. And a simple driver circuit for the diode - lm317 suggested by one of the laser hobbyist, and...
  36. nogood

    Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) for Tinnitus — Experiences (Dr. Wilden, etc.)

    The lasers has focusing lens in front of the assembly. If you remove or adjust them it becomes a wide spot.. which is nothing more than bright led.. without that focusing mechanism they are not laser. How focused a beam is determine how powerful it is. definition of laser: a device that...
  37. nogood

    Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) for Tinnitus — Experiences (Dr. Wilden, etc.)

    This what an 100mw 650 nm laster can do 100mW 650nm Red Laser Burning: If at all you want to try buy a low powered one.
  38. nogood

    Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) for Tinnitus — Experiences (Dr. Wilden, etc.)

    i looked around for these too.. honestly i feel the wave length that lllt laser companies make are purely based on what lasers [wavelength] available in market. 100mw of focused laser sure can burn a hole or least cause some damage. All the talk about high power, right frequency and stuff make...
  39. nogood

    Retigabine (Trobalt, Potiga) — General Discussion

    Found that it is available in india. Made contact with one of the senior neurologist in india. He said he would not give the medication unless i do direct consultation and do tests since medication has lots of side effects. Which is totally understandable, will be in india next month. hopefully...
  40. nogood

    One Person's Cure: Pentoxifylline, Piracetam and Supplements (P+P+S)

    I was prescribed Piracetam combination medication at early stage of my t, used it for a month or so.. not sure if it helped mw with t but did help me with other things. it may help to habituation as piracetam is a smart drug. but i doubt it will cure the t
  41. nogood

    Results of MRI (Multiple White Matter, the Result of Mini Strokes Possibly)

    So sorry to hear about your condition.. You can take coq10 it's helpful for stroke.. It helps.. it doesn't interact with other medications..
  42. nogood

    Need Some Advice for Being in Loud Situations

    Better safe than sorry. If you feel that you must rest then rest. But i doubt that Saturday party cause you trouble after few days. Cold or allergy maybe ?
  43. nogood

    Restless Legs Syndrome

    Statin is not good thing to take long term. i strongly suggest to cut down to lowest possible dose and regular in take of fish oil + excerise + 90% strict diet. Statin is tied with peripheral neuropathy. @jimH Natural source of iron spinach and dates. Where i come from elderly always insist...
  44. nogood

    Scam?: Reverse My Tinnitus

    its running off shared hosting using commercial control panel (cpanel 11 i think). Will not be so easy, but if enough people co-operate surely can ddos the site.. :p Shared hosting providers dont like to get ddosed they will close the site.
  45. nogood

    Levetiracetam (Keppra) — Another Possible Potassium Channel Modulator?

    Hi @Viking please do keep updating if it does work it will be great news. so far i can't track down if the RTG is available in india or not, i guess most probably not. But this levetiracetum is available is surly can get my hands on this one. if it shows good results i will give it a try in...
  46. nogood

    Worried for My Family

    I understand ur feeling. Be strong, try to get good sleep and relax ur mind. Melatonin is a good pill to try for sleeping. get urself check properly mri or ct scan ur brain esp auditory canals for fractures or deheince. This is jst to be on safe side. And also ur check ur spin and neck for any...
  47. nogood

    Retigabine (Trobalt, Potiga) — General Discussion

    How is it so far ??
  48. nogood

    Retigabine (Trobalt, Potiga) — General Discussion

    Probably its time for u to taper down. @Zimichael experienced the same issue. His t got worst but it dropped down as soon as he started to tapper.
  49. nogood

    Have to Travel By Aircraft — Will It Be Safe?

    Ear plugs +nasal decongestants + a dose of nac. if at all u have a spike it may be temporary. i had spike but it didn't last long. I choose a seat away from wings. Probably at front would be better. good luck. stop worrying too much also helps..
  50. nogood

    Screeching Baby Caused Tinnitus Spike?

    Sorry to hear abt ur spike..Maybe last few days.. try NAC .. and get some good sleep.. probably good idea for u to invest in some ear plugs ...
  51. nogood

    Retigabine (Trobalt, Potiga) — General Discussion

    I have this effect usually and esp on quite days. It will slowly creep back and gets louder and louder as time passes in quite places or when trying to sleep. its jst that subconsously we start to give the T more attention. By retard u mean slow/sustained release version. many people here...
  52. nogood

    Worst Earache... Help!

    Sorry to hear that.. hope u recover soon.. Keep urself hydrated and take good rest. Chicken soup or mutton bone soup helps reduce inflammation. (If u can eat meat give it a try.. home cooked.. avoid outside food) antihistamine this thing dries out the nostrils and sinus. . Lots of water and...
  53. nogood

    Worst Earache... Help!

    Does ur jaws hurt??
  54. nogood

    Hyperacusis + Small Children — How to Handle?

    Earplugs .. invest in good ones.. ear plugs are the only pratical solution untill u get ur ears get better. (This is my pov when it comes to kids in life with T and H)
  55. nogood

    Retigabine (Trobalt, Potiga) — General Discussion

    hi if possible can ask ur neruo, if he knows which countries are selling Retigabine ? i am unable to track down if Retigabine is sold in india or not. Trying to get hold of my doctor friends so far no luck, I have asked few of my friends to ask around but no luck yet. coming to ur point, ur...
  56. nogood

    Hi Everyone... Please Help Me Out.

    Its not a complicated surgery. They just put a small patch of skin over the hole and seal it.. probably an hr or so by numbing the ear drum. How u got ur ear perforated? It matters the most to predict the outcome. if the ringing is whosssing type like u described it probably will go away after...
  57. nogood

    Flu Attack. Nose Blowing Plugs My Ears.

    Steam .. try inhaling steam few times a day.. probably mucus build up.. wear mask when u travel outside..
  58. nogood

    Retigabine (Trobalt, Potiga) — General Discussion

    Anyone knows list of countries Retigabine is available
  59. nogood

    Retigabine (Trobalt, Potiga) — General Discussion

    I am seriously considering this. Not sure i can get this in india. Researching abt this now. Stupid t is changing me from who i am.
  60. nogood

    need advice, confused who to approach

    Dr. Nagler, i have the following symptoms T caused by allergic reaction to drugs [ blood thinners] i am off it now. the blood thinner where given for the MI [ nstemi to be exact.. took whole 6-8 hrs to get properly diagnosed and treated, according to doctors not a classic case since i exhibited...