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  1. Chris Fraser

    Any Queer LGBTQ Folks Experiencing Tinnitus? ❤️

    Hey! My name is Chris. I’m a queer, non binary artist from Vancouver BC. Seven months ago, I was hit with SSHL in my left ear and it took all but 20 percent of my hearing, replacing it with a jet engine sound. Just out of curiosity, are there any LGBTQ facing the same obstacles as me? I once...
  2. Chris Fraser

    Habituating with SSHL — Any Tips?

    Hello! It’s been seven months with my single sided hearing loss. I was wondering if anyone had any tips in learning how to habituate? What is the main area of focus on habituating and what can I do if I live somewhere in the world that lacks quality medical care and resources? Any tips would...
  3. Chris Fraser

    Hearing Loss Caused by Virus

    Hello everyone. About seven months ago, I was riding my bike home from work. I walked into the door, sat on the couch and felt my eyes kind of well up from allergies. About five minutes after that, I felt this sensation like my left ear filled up with fluid. It was uncomfortable but I didn’t...
  4. Chris Fraser

    Hearing Loss in Left Ear, Tinnitus, and Zap Sensation Before Sleeping

    Hey everyone! Well, it almost feels nerve related. When I lost my hearing six months ago, it was caused by a virus which created swelling in my ear, damaging some key components. Now when I’m tired, the nerves in my ear seem to amplify the sound which may be because of the recruitment in my...
  5. Chris Fraser

    Hearing Loss in Left Ear, Tinnitus, and Zap Sensation Before Sleeping

    Hello everyone, I’m unsure if I’m the only soul going through this annoying symptom... when I try to fall asleep, my brain feels like it’s being zapped from the ear with hearing loss all the way up. It’s a really strange feeling and I’ve had it since this whole thing started six months ago...