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  1. Leah

    Novavax Coronavirus (COVID-19) Vaccination Experiences — Did It Make Your Tinnitus Worse?

    Thank you all for sharing. I need a booster and have an appt for Novavax. I've had tinnitus for many years, I don’t need it any worse. I have had two Moderna vaccines but hearing so many people with tinnitus as a side effect is concerning. I lost three family members to COVID-19 before vaccines...
  2. Leah

    Talking Tinnitus — a U.K. Expo in Birmingham on Saturday, 15th September, 2018

    My question is for Don McFerron: If some medications are the cause why do we have to educate the physicians? Always a personal struggle when a prescription is called for. Thanks for all you do Tinnitus Talk staff!
  3. Leah

    Introducing My New Book "Living With Tinnitus"

    Thanks, excited to read your book.
  4. Leah

    Dental Work Coming Up... (Last Time Was Disastrous!)

    Well I believe that my dentist makes a huge difference. Very understanding. At my last treatment no laser. I guess that I got through it because I had no choice. Lots of breaks and realized that the noise was not coming through my ears but the bone conduction. Earplugs actually made it worse...
  5. Leah

    Dental Work Coming Up... (Last Time Was Disastrous!)

    Sorry you are having a rough time. Believe it or not you will get through through this. Take it one step at a time. I speak from experience, I have 10 implants!!!! Yes 10 in as many years. Poor dental care as a child. I have had root canals, crowns you name it. I have great dentist who...
  6. Leah

    Dental Work Coming Up... (Last Time Was Disastrous!)

    let us know how your appt goes.
  7. Leah

    Dental Work Coming Up... (Last Time Was Disastrous!)

    Good luck NimQ, been in your shoes.
  8. Leah

    Folbee Plus, Prescribed Folic Acid — Now Have a Spike

    Thanks so much... you are so kind. I am on meds but none listed.
  9. Leah

    Folbee Plus, Prescribed Folic Acid — Now Have a Spike

    Took B vitamins and thiamine and now have a loud spike! Was prescribed by my doc after a physical. Anyone have any info thanks!
  10. Leah

    Tinnitus Spike Four Days After Dental Work?

    Bill, I am so sorry you are going through this. All of us here have been in your place. Whether it is dental work, new RX , unexpected noises the list goes on doesn't it? Had a surprise yesterday from the loud hand dryers in ladies restroom!!!! Hate to wear ear plugs all the time but wow!!! I...
  11. Leah

    Tinnitus Spike Four Days After Dental Work?

    Relax, you will do fine
  12. Leah

    Tinnitus Spike Four Days After Dental Work?

    Hi, No the spike did settle. I continue to have dental work as needed. We can never be sure what causes a spike, dental care is so important so I go when necessary. All the best to you.
  13. Leah

    Petition (Closed): We Need a Cure for Tinnitus

    Done. Thank you for doing this work.
  14. Leah

    Muse Headband for Meditation

    Hello..price ranges 250. and up depending where you purchase. Shipping would be based on your location. I am in Ohio.
  15. Leah

    Muse Headband for Meditation

    Hello, hope everyone is well. I have a Muse headband still in box, never used. Some generous person gifted it to me to help with my meditation. I already have one. They are quite expensive, I would like to offer it to anyone on these boards for only $125 plus shipping. Meditation and...
  16. Leah

    Can You Create Your Own Tinnitus?

    Congrats!! On your marriage and progress with T.
  17. Leah

    When a Fleeting Tinnitus Type of Spike Does Not Go Away...

    Sometimes if is quit a few seconds but most times hours. Usually for me is a nights sleep sometimes resets it. Don't know why it happens, how about you? What helps?
  18. Leah

    When a Fleeting Tinnitus Type of Spike Does Not Go Away...

    You are correct on the pattern. But the volume was louder than a typical bad day.
  19. Leah

    When a Fleeting Tinnitus Type of Spike Does Not Go Away...

    This spike was like no other I have had. Very loud quick onset. No idea what is causing the T.
  20. Leah

    When a Fleeting Tinnitus Type of Spike Does Not Go Away...

    So kind of you to ask, returned to baseline. I was so scared..
  21. Leah

    When a Fleeting Tinnitus Type of Spike Does Not Go Away...

    Volume changes, good days not so good. always there not able to mask, sometimes seems like it is in my head. Praying this stops.
  22. Leah

    When a Fleeting Tinnitus Type of Spike Does Not Go Away...

    That is what has been scared, I thought my T was bad before.never had a spike this bad.
  23. Leah

    When a Fleeting Tinnitus Type of Spike Does Not Go Away...

    I have read where many experience intense spikes and they go away in a few seconds. I have it happen often. This time it has not gone away and has me in a panic Reading over advice that everyone has given about spikes helps me understand but very scared that it won't return to baseline. Just...
  24. Leah

    Dr. Brenner Appointment

    Will be seeing Dr.Brenner tomorrow morning to begin TRT. Will take a vacation from the boards for a bit, want to thank you for all of your help and education on T. Will be back to share experience with you. Hugs
  25. Leah

    Who Can't Habituate or Can't Be Helped By TRT?

    Heading to Philadelphia to see Dr. Brenner for TRT
  26. Leah

    Does Your Doctor Listen to Your Ears?

    Nope, and inhale been to a few.
  27. Leah

    My Doctor's Solution: $7000.00 Hearing Aids — Not Covered!

    So very sorry, is there another doc who can help? FYI, I paid out if pocket for hearing aids even though my heading loss is slight. Will try anything!! 6,000 later no help. At the time I thought I was getting TRT therapy, was mislead. I will die with a balance on my credit card.
  28. Leah

    Tinnitus Retraining Therapy

    Thanks so much for adding a personal touch to the topic. Cant wait to meet Gail Brenner and get started. Having such a screaming day, I hesitate to read about your set back until I am in a better place.
  29. Leah

    Tinnitus Retraining Therapy

    Wonderful!!
  30. Leah

    Tinnitus Retraining Therapy

    rcp1, Did you do TRT therapy?
  31. Leah

    Tinnitus Retraining Therapy

    Thanks for the re-assurance. When this is a success, we will celebrate!!! My treat!!!
  32. Leah

    Tinnitus Retraining Therapy

    Can that happen? Can TRT make it worse? Having a very, very bad day here. Looking forward to my appt with Dr. Brenner at the end of the month. So nice to have you here to "hold my hand" thanks for being available.
  33. Leah

    Does TRT Work?

    My appt in Pa is May 31st, doc opened up some Saturday appts. Excited
  34. Leah

    Does TRT Work?

    Yep, should have done that first
  35. Leah

    Does TRT Work?

    How does TRT work? Do all use sound and maskers? I have a friend who said that she did not use sound as part of her treatment. How is the counseling done? What does a TRT appointment/session consist of? How does TRT make you not care about hearing the sound? Thanks
  36. Leah

    Is Pylera Ototoxic?

    Whew, thank you so much!!!
  37. Leah

    Is Pylera Ototoxic?

    I have to have a treatment of Pylera for stomach issues. bismuth subcitrate potassium, 140 mg metronidazole, 125 mg smaller capsule (size 3) containing tetracycline hydrochloride, 125 mg Strong med with lots of side effects. Always concerned when I need to take medication, don't want want my...
  38. Leah

    Tinnitus, Live Music and Habituation

    Good for you, have a wonderful time!
  39. Leah

    William Shatner & Habituation

    See, here's how I look at it. You have an expensive condition. It is expensive in the dollars it may cost you in your search for meaningful relief. And it is expensive in its cost to your joy of life. So if your joy of life is a priority, you may have to set financial issues aside for the...
  40. Leah

    William Shatner & Habituation

    Hello Dr. Nagler Contacted Dr. Brenner's office today, first app is in July. Will be having a phone consult soon with the Dr.to discuss the treatment as well as some medical history .Thank you so much for the referral excited to have a plan in place. I am going to work on CBT while waiting for...
  41. Leah

    Feeling Abandoned and Ruined, Exams Coming, Need to Talk to Somebody

    Sorry you are having a tough time. Please talk to a doctor about your problems, more than just t going on. Help your family understand by showing them some information about the reality of life with T, You can get though this, check out the support and ideas on these forums. Take care
  42. Leah

    William Shatner & Habituation

    Thank you so much, I looked her up and will be contacting her office in the morning. I am ready, gave it my best shot for couple of years. Tried many expensive treatments and medications with side effects, no luck and was doing some CBT but not with a tinnitus expert. Already did a mapquest...
  43. Leah

    William Shatner & Habituation

    Dr. Nagler, been trying my best to habituate on my own. Some better days but still challenging. I am ready to do TRT. How do I know if it is real TRT or a modified program? Thank you.
  44. Leah

    Desperately Need Dentist Advice from the "Old Timers" Please

    Sorry Rhea, hope you find a dentist you trust. I also walked out of an dental practice. Did not like the way the exam room and equipment looked and front desk area was a mess. I now have a dentist that knows what my challenges are and is very patient.
  45. Leah

    Can Vitamin D Make Tinnitus Worse?

    Not many sunny days here, but do try and get out during daytime hours.
  46. Leah

    Desperately Need Dentist Advice from the "Old Timers" Please

    Relax Rhea, you will do ok. I have had implants, extractions etc. I do wear a noise canceling headphone with music playing. Good luck, let us know how you do.
  47. Leah

    Can Vitamin D Make Tinnitus Worse?

    That's very serious, hope they don't get any worse.
  48. Leah

    Can Vitamin D Make Tinnitus Worse?

    Of course, always check before taking anything that may make any other health concern worse. Take care of yourself.
  49. Leah

    Can Vitamin D Make Tinnitus Worse?

    Will do thanks. Every doc I talk to about it says nope, no way . Glad for everyone here and their knowledge.
  50. Leah

    Can Vitamin D Make Tinnitus Worse?

    Thanks Danny Boy...
  51. Leah

    Can Vitamin D Make Tinnitus Worse?

    Hi Geo, some people say that magnesium helps with sleep and lower T. If you search the boards there is a lot of good information. When it spikes it is hell, hope yours calms down.
  52. Leah

    Can Vitamin D Make Tinnitus Worse?

    I am learning acceptance, some days are easier than others. Took a Mindfullness class and practicing some meditation. I Am done searching for cause and cure, but still pray that a cure comes about. So kind of you to remember. I have not been on boards as much because I find myself getting back...
  53. Leah

    Can Vitamin D Make Tinnitus Worse?

    Good question Gary, apparently not. I looked up magnesium rich foods and not a lot on the list is in my diet. Yikes!
  54. Leah

    Can Vitamin D Make Tinnitus Worse?

    I have never had mine checked, but know plenty of people on the boards take it to help with T.
  55. Leah

    Can Vitamin D Make Tinnitus Worse?

    Thanks Beth, I will definitely try taking some magnesium first and then start the D. Gary you doing any magnesium? Thanks everyone for helping, really appreciated .
  56. Leah

    Can Vitamin D Make Tinnitus Worse?

    Thanks for posting!!!Sorry Gary, good luck please keep me posted. How much were you prescribed? Asian what brand are you taking? There are some topical Vitamin D creams that help with defiency, wondering if it matters how the vitamin D is taken?
  57. Leah

    I will thanks!

    I will thanks!
  58. Leah

    Hope she can help, went to clinic too ...no answers for me other than told to try and habituate.

    Hope she can help, went to clinic too ...no answers for me other than told to try and habituate.
  59. Leah

    Can I ask who you saw at the clinic? Thanks

    Can I ask who you saw at the clinic? Thanks