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FYI: There is no textbook definition for "habituation." When you're there, you'll know. And there is a lot of practical wisdom on this thread. Try being open to it. Just saying.

Hey @David G, I have posted several times on this subject. I love movies and really am looking forward to the new Blade Runner. And I also refuse to let tinnitus run my life -- although I draw the line at taking unnecessary risks. Blasting loud concerts where I can feel the bass thumping in my...

My Little Boy Kitty likes the sink, @Phendran! Cats, they be so crazzzyyyy.

Um, you said @threefirefour that this post was to introduce yourself because you are new here. So "hi." I'll save my thoughts on habituation -- and there are a wide range of views here -- for a habituation post.

Hi, @Apocalypse77 Agree with @Zug's post and others. You need to protect your ears in very loud environments. An MRI probably would be one. Your doctor won't be there, wear plugs. But you also need to be cautious about overprotecting. Maybe that's what your doc was worried about. Normal...

I originally was pretty enthused about transcranial magnetic stimulation, or vagus nerve stimulation. But don't see much going on there any more. UT Dallas did a small vagus nerve trial a few years ago and supposedly got some good results, but it wasn't enough to build hopes on. Stem cells for...

@maltese: If your systolic (the upper number) is 170, that's pretty darn high. Normal is below 120. Lower number (diastolic) should be below 80. If this is ongoing, see a doctor. PS: How did you get this reading? If you were using one of those self-serve machines in a drug store, they are...

So sweet. Isn't new life amazing? Many blessings to you all.

What joy! Thanks for sharing, @glynis, and congratulations! Post a photo when you can.

I did see "Dunkirk" (and really liked it, by the way. The cinematography is amazing). I did not think it was any louder than your average Marvel comic flick (I also saw "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2" this summer) or any other action film. I wore my earplugs, as always, and had no problem. But...

I will just chime in quickly, as I don't want to restate what others have said... Benzo use always is a hot topic on this board and rightfully so. They have the potential to be addictive and have caused some people great misery. They also have saved some people's bacon. I am in camp number...

I wouldn't say the noise-cancelling headphones are a necessity, @Roseanna H. I just find them a good way to block the sounds while listening to soft masking noise through my smart phone app. But you could use earmuffs or even your regular ear plugs -- once you reach cruising altitude. The...

Hi, @Roseanna H: I have posted a lot about this topic here, as barotrauma from a plane flight caused my tinnitus. Most of what I've had to say is on this thread, you can just look for my avatar. It includes a very specific protocol, put together with my doctor, that I follow for all my trips...

I would take it as: he is not interested in personally warning other people. Also, it can be hard to get the nuances of what someone means when you are having a written conversation. Seems like you both may have misunderstood the other. I appreciate that you were well-intentioned, @Jomo. But I...

@Twitch, my opinion: I don't think whether the blinding was caused by the stem cells or the injections is the issue. It definitely was caused by a visit to this clinic, as it happened in three different people, all who had their treatments done very close together, immediately after their...

He's using mesenchymal SC from your own body he made it clear. This doesn't make it safe, although some of these clinics want you to believe that it does. Three women who were left blind following stem cell treatments at a Florida clinic all were injected (in both eyes) with cells harvested...

It's also the only thing publicly available, and there is nothing current to compare it to. As far as professionalism goes, that's a big question.... His marketing is crappy, and he avoids certain questions. I think this tells you everything you need to know... although even slick marketers can...

Finally, the medical and scientific communities get the value of patient input in research! It may not be a cure, but Tinnitus Talk indeed is making history. These are the same professionals who in the past were claiming online communities did nothing but spread misinformation and urged their...

I am so sorry, @Lorac. I totally understand you being sad. You are not "wasting time." You are grieving for the life you had and the loss of doing something beautiful and special, which you loved. Grief takes time. It sounds like you have done a very good job accepting the difficult thing you...

Thanks, @Aschenherz. Yeah, I know the feeling -- two steps forward, then one step back. But remember, you ARE making progress! It takes as long as it takes, don't beat yourself up about not being there yet.

Hi, @Aschenherz, sounds like hyperacusis. As the others have said, it definitely gets better with time. You are just hypersensitive right now. Do try not to dwell on it, as it can make you phobic to the point you don't want to leave the house. And don't walk around with ear plugs in all the...

First, I agree with @Parfait: "People have worse things" is not helpful. Suffering is not a contest. @Skulldrey's tinnitus could make his life just as miserable as cancer would to someone else. Many people do not take our condition seriously, there are few healthcare professionals out there...

Just saying: At this point, there is very little true, scientific evidence that stem cell injections fix much of anything, except in the orthopedic area. Some evidence, yes. But very small studies, or inconclusive, or just on animals. I am very familiar with the case of three women being...

Awww, thanks @Jenni8619. Our dog and ONE of our two cats now deem to sleep in the same room with each other. That's progress for us! I wish they all would cuddle but dont think that will happen.

Hi, @Sam Bridge: Not all drops are necessarily bad, but you need to be really careful. Some are quite caustic. I had a doc prescribe drops to me years ago that severely irritated the inside of my ear.

Some great films represented here! I love movies and would have a hard time nailing down my list to just a few. For pure film craft (great writing, acting, cinematography, etc, all rolled into one)? Apocalypse Now, as @InfiniteLoop mentioned. Gone with the Wind Citizen Kane Amadeus Hannah and...

Did a doctor tell you that you have heavy wax build up? This one is kind of easy. If you think that your tinnitus is caused by wax, go to an ENT and get it removed. I have dealt with ears that naturally build heavy wax for decades. My opinion: Wax removal is for professionals. You can screw up...

When it comes to tinkering around with the body, its a lot easier to get at the eyes than the ears. Most of your auditory system is encased deep inside your head. I think that's part of the problem.

Hi, @racerfish: As others have said, you should keep your masking volume right below your tinnitus level, and softer at night. I know, you are thinking: how can masking help my T if I can still hear it? But it does, through distraction. I find masking calms me down. I use it, on and off, all the...

Thanks, @Fungus, glad she is doing so well! I love her spotted face. Hi, @Jake007: I used to have a big black Lab just like yours... named Jake! Great dog, very sweet and very smart. Unfortunately, labs are too much work for me now that I'm older. Switched over to a miniature dachshund when we...

I wish you luck regarding this therapy, @JojoFord. Who knows, you may be the one to prove me wrong and if so, will be very very happy for you. But seriously, very connected and wealthy people like musician Pete Townsend continue to suffer from tinnitus, If this stuff worked, don't you think...

I love love seeing all of your animal friends! Thanks for posting. What will happen with LLeila, @Fungus? She is so little. Will she become a house pet?

Here is my sweetie, Howard. When the weather is nice, he only wants to lie in the sun and get some belly rubs. Can't believe it will be a year next month when he came into our lives.

Hey @Jake007, thanks for updating us. Hang in there. We all are pulling for you. Think how great it will feel when March 14 comes and you will get some relief from all this. :huganimation:

Hi @Marijana, I have written about this a lot here, as my tinnitus came from barotrauma on a flight. Just search flying under my member name. My doctor gave me a whole protocol that involves Earplanes, Afrin nasal spray and Sudafed. You start 2-3 days prior to your flight. I have had no problems...

I'm trying to think positive, but the what if... is killing me. Hey, @Jake007, its that "what if?" that's the danger zone. I know its hard, but try deliberating redirecting your thoughts. Tell yourself: "Hey, so what's the worse thing that can happen? I am fixated on the worst possible...

Hang in there, @Jake007. We all are pulling for you. Sending positive energy your way.

Hey @Ed209, can't add much more than what others have said -- just that you should never forget you are stronger than all of this. You are resilient and wise and an example for others here who also struggle. Know you can always come here when you are in the darkness. It won't be like this...

While I agree with many of the points made by the member of PMed you, @epin3m, I think its also important to remember: Suffering is not a contest. Many people who come here are in true pain and panic. It's not helpful to tell them: "Hey, you're not starving, you don't have AIDS, get over it."

One thing I really like about Tinnitus Talk is we come from so many places, yet are here for the same reasons. Florida, USA here.

This is a wise and thorough post, @Michael Leigh, and I thank you. I think the "all ENTs are worthless" comments come out of frustration, especially if you are new to tinnitus and don't understand exactly what is involved. The only thing I will add: Some ENTs are very ill prepared to handle the...

Hi @JurgenG, have been meaning to respond I no longer "fear" loud noises, interns of constantly worrying about encountering a loud noise. But I did somewhat in the beginning. It gradually subsided. I came to realize sudden loud noise is everywhere, you can't avoid it, but most sudden loud noise...

Possibly yes. Too early to tell. All the problem was in the external ear? Most T issues occur on the other side of the ear drum.

Thanks, @christinefisher. Haven't had a chance to watch the video in full yet. But it's great to see a neuroscientist taking tinnitus seriously. Also, I always have felt that tinnitus for many people is coupled with stress, anxiety and/or depression. Dr. Josef appears to feel the same. Now...

I agree with others, @Nathalie, we are just glad you are OK. Thanks for letting us know the truth and admitting what you did, that takes a lot of courage. Hope you are getting the support you need to work through this.

You know, it's very interesting for me when someone "likes" a post I wrote a long time ago, and I go back to see what they are liking. I have to tell you, I can't believe how far I have come. I wrote on this thread in Sept. 2013, about four months into my tinnitus. I talked about how unhappy I...

First and foremost, @T Musicians Wife: I want to thank you for being a supportive, loving partner. That gives your husband a huge advantage. I always have felt so sorry for the many people here at TT who have posted about their family and partners being impatient or uncaring. That can be...

Like @linearb, I don't know if total silence exists. If there ever was such a thing my life, I don't remember it. Closing in on my fourth year from tinnitus onset, I do have moments where my high-pitched T hiss seems to have vanished. I will suddenly realize it's absent -- which, of course...

Thanks for the pics, @glynis. I love seeing the snow! It was a chilly 48 degrees one day last week when I went out first thing to walk my doggie. He was so happy, he trotted along like crazy.

I feel for you, @Venusa -- although, sadly, probably not the dog's fault. Dogs bark constantly if they are bored or frightened. We have a miniature dachshund now and for such a little guy (9 lbs), he really does have a pretty big bark. He isn't yappy but like most doxies, he barks if someone...

Ah yes, the usual debate on headphones. As @Pleasure_Paulie said: Every ENT and doctor and researcher I ever met said it was ok to use headphones. Sound therapies like Neuromonics, etc use headphones or ear buds. Its the volume, not the device. But I would say: If you don't have the ability...

Blenders ARE noisy! Who knew? I tell the young people working at smoothie stores that they should be wearing ear protection while at work. They always look at me like I'm crazy.

Ouch, @Canador. I have cheap earplugs scattered everywhere. In my desk at work, several pairs in my purse (where I also keep my custom filtered plugs, which is what I usually wear), in the bathroom (hair dryer), in my luggage. You never know. I often end up lending or giving them to people I...

For what it's worth: when I first started with tinnitus, I would wear ear plugs in the car. I also had the sensation of the road noise being somewhat painful. I soon realized I probably had hyperacusis and over time, it eased. Now I never need to wear plugs while driving --although I always...

Hey all: Many of us here have issues with sleep. And some of us have tried cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for our tinnitus. Thoughts...

Hi, @Tonia: It is a pillow with speakers embedded inside. For me, works better than separate speakers you slip under a pillow case. It comes with a white noise device but I just have the pillow itself, which I plug into my smart phone and run a noise app. http://www.soundpillow.com/

Thanks for clarifying, @Markku. I don't think docs do much syringing any more, at least not here in the States.

There are some people, including myself, who chronically build wax too deep in the ear to clean it out on your own. Also, you can do some damage syringing your own ears, as @Markku points out. And Q-Tips never are a good idea. They just impact the wax. Will say, though, that more ENTs are...

@M. K. Treu: I understand that you are suffering and I feel for you. Emotions are washing over you, you can only think about how this one incident and one person changed your life so many years ago... But I echo what others have said here: I think you would find a good therapist more helpful...

I hate those hand dryers, too, @Andunwoody! I just walk out with wet hands when they're my only choice.