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  1. David Vance

    PPI: Pantoprazole Magnesium vs. Pantoprazole Sodium — Tinnitus as a Side Effect?

    Hi all. I have been taking Pantoprazole Sodium for many years with no tinnitus. Now for a few months I have been getting tinnitus from it. Does anyone know if Pantoprazole Magnesium doesn't have tinnitus as such a side effect perhaps? I know salt / sodium in general is not good for us, but am...
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    Hyperacusis with David Vance — Audacious with Chion Wolf (Connecticut Public Radio)

    Hi all, I hope everyone is not having too much pain today! Below is a recorded link of a radio show I did on hyperacusis on Connecticut Public Radio. The show is called Audacious with Chion Wolf! Hopefully it can reach a good audience, and get some more exposure for us! → Audacious |...
  3. David Vance

    Trazodone Calms My Hyperacusis and Tinnitus — Why?

    Hi everyone, so I have recently figured something out, but curious as to why. I take Trazodone and Gabapentin, and a week ago, I stopped the Trazodone for two nights, and noticed that my hyperacusis skyrocketed, and every time I took Gabapentin it would get worse. So I gathered the Gabapentin...
  4. David Vance

    One Sided Hyperacusis and Tinnitus: Am I Alone?

    Does anyone have hyperacusis and tinnitus mostly in just one ear? Mine is mostly on my left side and when it's really ramped up... my neck, and behind my ear hurts a lot. Could this perhaps be a vestibular problem, or cervical or neck issue? I also have a misaligned bite and 2 missing back...
  5. David Vance

    Zopiclone Worsened My Hyperacusis

    I had to take Zopiclone for the last couple of weeks but have stopped now. I feel it has caused my hyperacusis to spike. Anyone else have had this problem? If you did, how did you get back to baseline? I am also taking Gabapentin, Trazodone Controlled. Which helps. Ativan sparingly but...
  6. David Vance

    Soundproofing a Bedroom to Protect from Children's Noises, TVs, People Talking

    Has anyone sound proofed their bedroom at all? I'm looking to do 2 dry walls, a window and a floor. Protection from children, tv's, people talking, etc. Has anyone done this, and if so, how much did it cost? Thx!
  7. David Vance

    Amitriptyline Making Hyperacusis Really Bad

    Hey everyone. I have just started on Amitriptyline. Only taken 2 pills so far, and my hyperacusis is getting really bad. I'm using the medication for nerve and muscle pain in the face - possible trigeminal neuralgia. The medication works pretty good for the physical pain, but it sets off my...
  8. David Vance

    TRT for Hyperacusis with Head Pain / TMJ, Neuralgia

    Hi everyone, My insurance is covering my TRT therapy, but I am wondering if it will work with pain hyperacusis? I get burning pains in my head, TMJ pain etc. Has anyone tried / had success with TRT and having these kind of pains? Suggestions, advice and experiences all welcome. This is so...
  9. David Vance

    Building Fire Alarms Are the Worst for Hyperacusis Sufferers!

    They are the absolute worst! The alarm goes off for forever, someone speaks way too loud over the PA system. Then the firetrucks blast on over louder than ever. It's a nightmare for someone who has hyperacusis. I guess the solution would be to move away, I wish that was an option right now. So...
  10. David Vance

    Gabapentin and Trazodone — Would It Help My Tinnitus / Hyperacusis If I Stopped Taking These Drugs?

    Hi everyone I've been on Gabapentin and Trazodone for a good 5 months. Trazodone for 4 months and Gabapentin for 5 months. People say that both are ototoxic and can make tinnitus and hyperacusis worse, the pharmacists tell me different. I'm wondering if I come off of these meds if things could...
  11. David Vance

    Hi! My Tinnitus Probably Came from Various Medications and/or Acoustic Trauma

    Hi everyone, I'm new to the forum! I developed tinnitus 2 years ago which has led to hyperacusis. It's been a difficult past couple of years, but making it through. I believe my hyperacusis and tinnitus came from various medications and acoustic trauma. Hoping to find support and be of...