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Hi there, @UKBloke, Thank you, my friend. I appreciate you getting back to me and for your suggestion. I will look into the magnesium spray. It is worth a try. This is definitely a tough nut to crack. Today, I bought foam earplugs here in Laos, which is a first for me. I even used my first...

Hello, friends, Just checking in with some news from me, Daniel. Raising three kids is a huge responsibility and takes a lot of effort, but I think I am getting better at it. I feel like I am becoming a better husband too. Recently, I read 1984, and it sent me into a deep depression, not just...

Hi, friend! This image and your comment made me laugh. Thank you for that! I hope you are doing well.

Sirens are pure hell for me. Whenever I hear one, I stop whatever I’m doing and plug my ears with my fingers, or I even duck into an alcove or alley for some shelter. I ride my bicycle as my main means of transportation, so if I hear an ambulance coming, I pull over and cover my ears...

Congratulations, Trump supporters—what a true red wave. I wish the best for my country and the wider world. I hope the dollar stays strong, Americans come closer together, and that manufacturing returns to the U.S., especially for computer chips and other essential industrial goods. As for the...

Missed you, my friend! I hope you’re doing well in all aspects of your life. I’ve stopped weighing in on this thread but still keep up with U.S. and international news. I often find myself perplexed or still forming my stance on some of the big issues, wars, and more. I’m still listening to my...

Hello, @Elmer B Fuddled, I was thinking about you today and just wanted you to know that you’re important, valued, and loved by me and everyone else here with “screeching ears” on this forum. You’re blessed to have a wonderful, supportive partner to help you through this. Sending you warm...

Many countries and unstable leaders possess nuclear weapons, and we have lived with the threat of mass destruction for decades, ever since Hiroshima and Nagasaki. The danger could come from a crazed leader bent on destruction, human error, or even a cyber-attack. This existential threat has...

Funny, I’ve got to be honest. When I see your pictures of turkeys and deer visiting your house, I’m thinking protein—BBQ, stews, good eating! War is peace. Freedom is slavery. Ignorance is strength. 1984 — George Orwell Stay strong. Be gentle with yourself. Have a sauna. Hugs from Laos!

@just1morething, hi my friend, I’d like to suggest a book that I think you’ll really enjoy and may even make you laugh out loud. It’s *A Walk in the Woods* by Bill Bryson. I think you’ll love it! By the way, how’s your inflammation? Is it getting any better?

You have my complete understanding. Kids love to scream. But they can be coaxed out of it. It's awful, I truly empathize. Tough ages. Tell them about your ears , and get. Help when possible .Massive hugs..you have been awarded a gold medal. 10 of them. Hugs

Foam ear plugs, ear muffs. And consistent teaching and patience. I raised three boys. I would tickle them with ear muffs. Your kids are a tough age. You have all my sympathy. Dont give up Mom. Your a star

No need to apologize. The U.S. pushes antidepressants like candy—it's crazy. I would recommend continuing to see this doctor; you're lucky to have one. I don't have that option. I use Tinnitus Talk to gather information. Perhaps next time you meet with him, you could ask about implants as a...

The neuro-otolaryngologist is like the queen in chess — the best piece, outranking both the ENT and the audiologist. Has this impressive doctor made any recommendations for the future, perhaps in a few years, that don't involve drugs? In other words, does your doctor see anything promising on...

You can borrow mine. A long-term lease is fine.

It's over my head. I will have to ponder this.

I am an American citizen, just like you. We are allowed to have passports—there's some news for you. I'm proud of you! Don't give up. Pump iron if you can. Great work, brother. Stay at 2 mg as long as necessary. Stay well, and don't give up.

Elmer, we have school shootings year-round. It's as American as apple pie.

There was another school shooting today in Sioux city. Welcome back, kids.

We started the school year with a tragic school shooting. The AR, a military-grade assault weapon, seems to be the shooter's weapon of choice due to its power, large magazines, and other features. I feel deeply sorry for the young ones who are now traumatized just by going to and from school...

Frequency Therapeutics made millions through pump-and-dump schemes. Everyone does it, but it's still a scumbag move. I bet their summer houses, BMWs, and Christmas dinners are top-notch. It still irks me knowing it led to a flop, and they were shilling to inflate the share prices. Crooks.

Hello, @LukeYoung. How do you do that? Sometimes, if I press my finger under my earlobe where there is a slight depression, it helps calm the spasms. I apply full force and hold it until the TTTS subsides. What do you do?

I hope you start your fitness program tomorrow—there’s no need to put it off. The rewards are tangible. I genuinely believe that doing so will increase the chemicals related to happiness and will be an excellent example for your children to see. We must strive to control what is within our...

I will remain positive, too. I'm thinking of you, my friend. Take care.

Hey bro, I support the party that stands with workers and the working class, not the billionaire elite. I back the party that can handle losing an election with grace. I support the party prioritizing public schools and ensuring kids can eat at school rather than banning books. I believe in...

Wow, big news. Slow and steady—I’m sure you'll beat this. You've already endured so much, and I’m sorry the universe is testing you again. But there’s reason to be cautiously hopeful, especially considering the location and the fact that they found it when they did. We are just vessels. And...

Well, bud, if there ever is a jeopardy game for tinnitus sufferers, you just upped my game. T sucks

How dare you take the Lord's name in vain and still call yourself a Christian. I will now demand an extra portion of bacon on my vegetarian pizza to celebrate Vice President Harris's historic victory.

I am sorry to hear about your situation, brother @Pinhead. I wanted to share something that might help you. There’s a doctor named Silverstein from Sarasota, Florida, a Harvard professor, ENT specialist, and inventor. He actually invented ear tubes and pioneered a procedure called round window...

I believe Gaby's hyperacusis did her in. A car 1 mile away would hurt her. Regardless, inner ear nerve damage and brain damage are a brutal cocktail. Suicide is a reasonable response to such relentless torture. It takes luck, patience, grit, hope, acceptance, and mental exercises to combat...

The same could be said about "humanity." I’ve got fish to grill—literally—four catfish, along with some squash, onions, garlic, and peppers. That’s the plan. Afterward, I’m going to work out with my 15-year-old, who has finally reached the point where he can keep up with me in sports and...

I strongly agree.

I understand. Hyperacusis is debilitating like nothing else. I promise no jokes like @ZFire, but I will continue to worry and be concerned for you. If I can help you in any way, just let me know. Love and wishes for better days and a gentle hug, Daniel

So true. Although @just1morething has shown me that a vegetarian pizza with bacon is superb, and some contributors have stopped referring to VP Harris as a whore, which is a move in the right direction. So, there have been some small changes regarding pizza and name-calling. Not too shabby; it's...

I've been thinking about you today, trying to brainstorm ideas that might help. Being housebound isn't ideal—what can you do to get out more? Are you staying indoors because of noise outside, or has it become a habit, driven by fear or routine? Both are difficult cycles to break, but spending...

@tpj, I haven't forgotten about you, my friend, Sending you love and warm regards. What's new?

Shout out to @Jammer. I hope you're OK. I know you got it bad. Sending you love from your tinnitus family.

I just got back from visiting Holland with my kids and Lao's wife. We had such a great time. My brother was avidly watching the Dutch athletes. My niece took my boys to an Ajax football game. Way too loud for me, but the kids loved it. I really like Holland. I have been there many times...

We live on fear. That's part of American culture.

Don't apologize; I love the visual image of your sausage and balls hanging loose and being cooled by the fan. I hope you did it in front of a window so pedestrians going for a stroll would have a pleasant surprise, a spring in their step, and an appetite for some fun when they get home. I am...

Get naked, you sexy man. Get some ice and cool down. I miss you, my friend. I hope you are well, DL

You have patience. This is a beautiful attribute.

That's good to hear. Massage is key. Make sure to get your temples and head massaged. So much stress is there from our torment. Keep doing that, and even gently have your ear lobes pulled. Eat garlic and fish. I found my groove, touch wood, and I pray you do too. This shit is diabolical. Much...

How are you doing, @gameover?

I just flew from Amsterdam to Bangkok, about 12 hours. When going to the bathroom, I used earmuffs and foam earplugs. They did hurt, but they were all I had, and they worked. I popped Valium for the occasion, which provided sleep and eased my flying discomfort. I watched Dune with subtitles...

Dearest Elmer, You are a sage, a fiend, and a brave and intelligent man with integrity, humility, and honor. I am humbled and honored to call you a friend. I am wishing you peace, love, and humor. Most sincerely, Daniel. P.S. I have been missing you. I'm glad you showed up and shared. My...

My tinnitus is severe. I use Peltor X5A. They are what the people outside the plane use. They are massive. They let very little noise in. That is indisputable for me. Everybody is different and has a different sweet spot. Just come prepared so you feel safe.

Hi @ErikaS , I have never had reactivity. My tinnitus is always loud and constant, but it doesn't really change. Sorry, I cannot be of any help. I wish the best for you. I know it is hard. Hugs

Earmuffs alone are fine. Foam earplugs for going to the bathroom. I take 13-hour flights once a year and maybe a couple of short ones. This has worked for me.

Hi, My hyperacusis has improved dramatically, but I am still super cautious about plugging up. I just took a 13-hour flight and wore clunky Peltor earmuffs the entire journey. That or foam earplugs and each physically hurt over time. Earmuffs are less painful. I digress. It probably took a...

My audiogram is like a ski slope. I had two after my sudden hearing loss and have forgotten the details, and I lost the audiograms in my ensuing madness and torment. I was horrified at how bad they were. The doctor said I should get hearing aids, but because I had hyperacusis at the time, I was...

After I was struck down with sudden sensorineural hearing loss, the ENT handed me two bags of Zoloft and said to sleep with a fan. I put the drugs in the freezer wrapped in duct tape so my kids wouldn't get at it. Some months later, I disposed of the medications in the rubbish. Tinnitus is hard...

I have profound hearing loss. It is heartening to know this tech is being developed. I see DBS going nowhere for a multitude of reasons. I am unaware of Neurosoft. Thanks for the updates, @Nick47.

Hi brother, Thanks for asking about my family. We are well and visiting my brother, his wife, my niece, and my mom in Holland. Holland is a great country to visit, and it is much colder, which is refreshing. We have done a lot of cycling and are chill. I hope your inflammation reduces in time...

I have learned from an advocate for assisted death that MDMA should also be a human right. It apparently puts a person in a state of loving bliss. This is how I would like to leave my family. It would help our children so much.

I hope your daughter is getting better. I'm praying for your beautiful young one. Let us know how she is getting on. Stay strong and calm, Mom! You can do it. With love, Daniel

Hey friend, I haven't checked in for some time. I see you and @Luman are keeping this thread alive. Well done. How is your post-op recovery going? Has your tinnitus improved? That would be a miracle. I hope that happens for you. Remember, when the Blue team wins, I want a large veg pizza, and...

I love you too! I hope your symptoms are improving. Hugs.

Cool, thanks. Probably related to blood flow and SSHL. Take care.

Lovr and prayers coming at you right now