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Hi @SimonP, I had raised cholesterol, so my GP advised me to take medication to help keep it under control. I took three types, including the two that you have mentioned. Unfortunately, they all increased my tinnitus. I had other unpleasant side effects with Ezetimbe and the third medication...

You make an interesting point @Jupiterman. I recently counseled someone with this problem. I suggested they take their time and introduce sound enrichment slowly and at the lowest level possible. One has to experiment to see what is best for them because we are all different. One thing is...

You can use whatever type of sound enrichment you like at night as long as it's not music. Keep the volume low so it's not drawing attention to itself. The brain and auditory system never turn off until we die. People who have intrusive tinnitus should play sound enrichment throughout the night...

If by "successful treatment" you mean addressing tinnitus, please note that ENT doctors do not directly treat tinnitus itself. Instead, they often treat underlying medical conditions within the auditory system that may cause tinnitus. This does not mean they can "cure" tinnitus. However, if it's...

I am sorry to hear that you are experiencing so much difficulty with ear pain, @PeteJ. ENT doctors are highly skilled physicians who treat medical conditions affecting the ear, nose, and throat. I think you should see an ENT so that your ears and auditory system can be examined. Accept whatever...

Hi @MiaVIL. I have had TRT twice with good results. This treatment must be administered correctly for it to work. Some people claim to have had TRT but have had nothing of the sought. The treatment can last up to two years. Regular counseling with a TRT specialist is required, and wearing white...

I am doing fine @Tim Moore, thank you for asking. I advise you to use a proper sound machine to enrich sound instead of your iPhone. The iPhone will not be as good as a sound machine unless it is attached to a docking station with speakers fitted or connected to an external speaker by...

You are entitled to your opinion and I am entitled to mine. Michael

Quite a startling shift from the old design which will take me a while to get used to. On the whole, I think it's an improvement, so well done. Personally, I would rather you didn't include the Tinnitus Quest banner, as I find it quite annoying. Just my opinion.

Hi @EmLeo, I have never taken Prednisone. I am aware that some people find it helpful while others don't. Please print the posts that I have mentioned and others that you find of interest, then place them in a folder. Refer to them often. They are a form of counseling and will help to...

Hi @EmLeo, Headphones are one of the most common causes of tinnitus. Please read the following posts on my started threads: New to Tinnitus, What to Do? Tinnitus, A Personal View Hyperacusis, As I See It Will My Tinnitus Get Worse? How to Habituate to Tinnitus The Habituation Process There...

You are welcome Matt. Take care, Michael

Hi Matt, I’m sorry to hear that you’re going through a difficult time with tinnitus right now. Your username is familiar to me. You’ve had tinnitus since 2016 and managed to habituate for quite some time. I remember you mentioning that you listened to audio through headphones without any...

Tinnitus can be mild, moderate, or severe. Some people with mild tinnitus have no idea it can reach severe levels until it happens to them. Take care, Michael

You will habituate in time, @KaiT81. Please follow my advice to @Furetto.

I have had TRT twice in the 28 years I’ve had tinnitus. It’s too soon for you to start TRT, CBT, or any other long-term treatment for tinnitus. I recommend waiting another 3 to 4 months before beginning TRT. Please click on the link below and read my thread: What Is TRT and When Should It Be...

Hi @Furetto. Thank you for your kind comments and for sharing additional information about your tinnitus. I agree that the noise trauma likely triggered a resurgence of your symptoms, and I hope that, in time, the tinnitus will subside. You are making a good choice by avoiding quiet rooms, but...

Hi @Furetto. I don't think what you're experiencing will significantly affect your tinnitus fading over time. As you go through the habituation process, the tinnitus should gradually recede into the background. You mentioned in a post from 2020 that this happened to you, where you were able to...

Tinnitus actually comes from the brain, although we also hear it through our ears.

Hi Michael, Although your profile states that the cause of your tinnitus is unknown, there is often an underlying reason. From your post, I suspect your tinnitus may be noise-induced, which is one of the most common causes. Since you've asked for help, my advice is to lower the volume of your...

You have clearly never experienced severe, debilitating tinnitus; otherwise, you wouldn’t be speaking such nonsense. Many people have taken their own lives because they couldn’t cope with the constant cacophony of noise in their heads and ears. Some of these individuals were members of Tinnitus...

Don't worry about writing frequently—Tinnitus Talk is a support forum, after all. Tinnitus can be incredibly debilitating when it's severe, and it can feel almost impossible to block out the noise and carry on with daily activities to distract yourself. I understand how you're feeling right now...

I was referring to Sound Oasis speakers. They connect to the main sound machine unit via a thin cable with a 3.5mm jack at the end, which plugs into the audio output of the sound machine. Michael

Please understand that the advice I offer at Tinnitus Talk is not absolute because everyone’s experience is different. What works for one person may not work for another. However, my advice is based on 28 years of experience living with noise-induced tinnitus. I have also counseled and...

I agree with you. This is why it's so important to maintain a positive mindset, even during tough times. There's no doubt that tinnitus can be very debilitating when it's severe, but we must try not to let negativity become overwhelming. My threads, Acquiring a Positive Mindset and Tinnitus and...

A sound machine is much smaller and more portable than a laptop. External Sound Oasis pillow speakers can be attached to the sound machine. These speakers are quite thin, around 12 mm, and can easily slip under your existing pillow, providing privacy without disturbing your sleeping partner...

Normally, I would agree with you, @Lipshitz, but as I’ve mentioned before, both my ENT consultant and hearing therapist have informed me that I have a rare and severe form of noise-induced tinnitus, which is not often seen in other tinnitus patients. This is why I was prescribed Clonazepam in...

If you're happy using your laptop for sound enrichment, then continue using it. Personally, I prefer to use a dedicated sound machine for sound enrichment at night. Sound enrichment is one of the best ways to treat oversensitivity to sound, hyperacusis, and to help a person habituate to...

I once believed this to be true, @Lipshitz, but let me assure you, this is not the case for me. If you look up unilateral tinnitus online, you'll find that it is considered more serious than bilateral tinnitus. ENT doctors believe it could indicate a more serious underlying issue within the...

Hi @kingsfan. The sound of running water is usually pleasant to listen to, and I think a tabletop fountain is a good idea for sound enrichment. My only concern is that the sound of the fountain shouldn’t mask or completely cover up your tinnitus. Since it doesn’t have a volume control, you may...

After my second noise trauma in 2008, it took me four years to habituate again. Please refer to my thread, "My Experience with Tinnitus," for more details. I have a very rare and severe form of noise-induced tinnitus, according to both my ENT consultant and hearing therapist. They rarely...

You are not using sound therapy correctly. The purpose of sound therapy at night is to provide low-level sound enrichment to the brain and auditory system, as they remain active even during sleep. The goal is not to mask the tinnitus or completely cover it up so it can't be heard. Instead, the...

Nothing is absolute. I merely make suggestions about how a person will respond to tinnitus because we are all different. However, I will say I am quite surprised that you're not a native English speaker. If I may say so, you're quite articulate and convey what you want to say rather well. The...

I advise you to take it one day at a time and not look for any expectations, as you will likely be disappointed if they do not come to fruition. Tinnitus can be very unpredictable in the early stages and beyond, so try to take things easy and relax. There is always hope. You are in the early...

I understand the difficulties that you are going through with tinnitus at the moment. Don't be too hard on yourself. Take each day at a time. Remember to use low-level sound enrichment, especially at night. Read my thread: The Habituation Process. It is understandable that on bad days, you lose...

Hi @Tim Moore. Thank you for your kind comments. I'm sorry to hear you're currently struggling with tinnitus. For those who are new to tinnitus, like yourself, I don't recommend starting any long-term treatments, such as CBT or TRT, too early on. This is just my personal opinion and not...

Hello @CarlosR. You have been dealing with noise-induced tinnitus for quite some time, and it's commendable that you've managed it well. There are three primary reasons why this type of tinnitus may spike or increase in severity. The first is further exposure to loud noise, including listening...

Even though your tinnitus is unilateral, if it was noise-induced, I don't advise you to listen to audio through your good ear, with any headphones, even at low volume. Some people with noise-induced tinnitus are not affected by headphone use, but many are. It is your choice. All the best, Michael

Hi Bill, You make an interesting point about the connection between psychology and tinnitus, and I agree with you. I’ve often said that tinnitus is deeply intertwined with our mental and emotional well-being, particularly through the limbic system, and it cannot be separated from it. While...

I understand that you don't want to give up on everything that makes your life enjoyable @Bill_ because of tinnitus. However, I advise you to think carefully before you buy a motorbike. You have noise-induced tinnitus. This type of tinnitus can worsen when exposed to loud noise and certain...

Hi Tom, Thank you for the information. Now that I know more about your tinnitus, I suspect it may have been caused by exposure to loud noise. If you frequently used headphones, earbuds, or a headset—even at low volumes—or attended places with loud music before your symptoms began, this could...

Thank you for your kind words on my recovery, Tom. It is a work in progress. I hope the pressure in your ear and impaired hearing improves with the methods that you are trying. However, I suggest you seek the help of an ENT doctor and audiologist if you haven't done so within the last year. I...

Hi @tomytl, thank you for your message. I had my second noise trauma in 2008. It took four years to habituate for the second time. I have explained this in my thread, "My Experience with Tinnitus". Please read it, as I think you will find it helpful. Please also read "Can I Habituate to...

My acoustic trauma was caused by headphones. I used them a lot over a long period of time and at a volume that was too high without realizing it. After I developed tinnitus and hyperacusis, I suspected that my hearing was impaired. My appointment to be seen at ENT was 6 months away. Throughout...

Thank you for your kind comments on my thread, Hyperacusis, As I See It, @matt89. I encourage you to explore my other threads, as most of them are written to help people cope with noise-induced tinnitus and hyperacusis. In particular, please pay attention to the thread Can I Habituate to...

As I previously mentioned to you, @matt89, when I first got tinnitus and hyperacusis many years ago, I also experienced ear fullness and, to some extent, muffled hearing that you speak of. My Herbalist said it was caused by noise trauma and advised that I start taking Magnesium and Ginkgo...

Hi @Nettles, and welcome to Tinnitus Talk. It sounds like you are in the early stages of noise-induced tinnitus, and the symptoms you're experiencing are quite common. I’ve been through something similar myself. These symptoms can affect people, especially during the first 3 to 6 months and...

Studies can be beneficial in some instances. I choose not to follow them and give my reasons in my thread: Keeping Things Simple with Tinnitus. I have had noise-induced tinnitus for 28 years. I have tried various brands of Ginkgo Biloba and found most types to be helpful. Holland & Barrett is...

I still continue to take Ginkgo Biloba and Magnesium. When I had my first acoustic trauma in 1996, then again in 2008, I followed the daily requirements indicated on the bottles. I can't remember the amount of milligrams of Ginkgo Biloba or Magnesium I took back then. The brand of Magnesium I...

Unfortunately, I have to agree with you. I have watched some of the Treble Health videos, and I believe their main priority is business and making money out of people suffering from this distressing condition. Ben Thompson comes across as very smooth. He gives the impression he can cure tinnitus...

I was prescribed 2 mg of Diazepam to take daily. I note that you are taking 2 mg twice daily. Unfortunately, I am unable to advise on whether the amount of Diazepam you are taking is too much or not enough for your needs as I am not a doctor. As far as I know, Diazepam belongs to the family of...

You haven't mentioned what you are taking the Diazepam for, @Ivano_m? Medicines can affect people and tinnitus in different ways. I was prescribed Diazepam many years ago to help with tinnitus management, and found that it helped reduce the stress and anxiety the tinnitus was causing. I think...

Hi @SoCalDee72. I am sorry to hear about the increase in your tinnitus. An ear infection can cause tinnitus to spike. Although my tinnitus doesn't spike as such, it has previously increased due to an ear infection and took around six weeks to return to baseline after the infection cleared up...

I have corresponded with people who have tried HBOT to help with their tinnitus. Unfortunately, most have said their tinnitus has become louder and more intrusive. We are all different, so it might not affect you similarly, but I wouldn't try it. The choice is yours. If your ear fullness is...

You might have Eustachian Tube Dysfunction and an ear infection, as your doctor has said. This is the ENT's area of expertise. However, I believe most of your symptoms result from exposure to loud noise caused by being exposed to loud sound levels at the wedding. In addition to this, if you...

I am sorry to hear of the difficulties you are going through @Elmer B Fuddled. I hope that you will be able to get treatment if needed for your condition. I am also sorry to hear about Mrs. E and her serious back problems, and I hope they improve with time. Take care, Michael

I think you have done the right thing by visiting your ENT and having tests carried out on your auditory system after you were exposed to the loud music at the wedding. I agree with you that you have suffered a second noise trauma. It can result in experiencing ear fullness and, unfortunately...

It's not quite sound exposure @Stayinghopeful, but rather "sound enrichment."

TRT is not a cure for tinnitus, @Ivano_m, but when administered correctly, it can help people habituate to the condition. I have corresponded with some people who say they have had TRT, but in truth, they have had nothing of the sort. The treatment can last up to two years. Regular counseling...

One of the best ways to treat noise-induced tinnitus, with or without hyperacusis, is to use sound enrichment. Although you probably find the fan helpful, it is not as good as using a dedicated sound machine by your bedside, as mentioned in my post, Sound Machines and Tinnitus. When applied...