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Horrible month. As hope slowly leaves my mind, dark days ahead

I’m a month in and it starting to seem like this is never going back to baseline. My right ear has started being being noisy, when it wasn’t. This spike or (permanent) loudness has me back to horrible feelings. I back to the point of such despair, I just don’t know what to do. This is the most...

Wow. So sorry for most of y’all on this poll. Didn’t realize the majority are in their 20’s onset. I guess I’m one of the “lucky” ones So much for the medical theory it’s only hair cells. I’m assuming a lot of people in their 20’s don’t have much hearing loss.

That’s looks like our Billy. Yea!, All our fur babies are so special.

Talking about Vegas, that is one loud town. The constantly loud sound really doesn’t bother me, so I’m sure in perspective, people that like nightclubs probably have a higher tolerance than myself. I, actually ran nightclubs for years and yes they are loud, but to some the sound is satisfying to...

Your hearing looks good, although mine rebounded sharply at 8. Only dip was at 6. Worse in one ear like about 20 difference at 6. Go figure why only at that level

Ok one more reply. I love this, because my T is much better, thanks to this spirited debate. That is true. So thanks! I mean that sincerely. Cancel=eliminate They do not eliminate all sound If you have 1000’s of hours actual useage, as I, then you know, provided your hearing is good, that you...

Isn’t that the truth!! The person I talk to tells me I can remember every loud noise now, not something I’m proud of, but it’s true right now. She says, part of healing will be the point when I can let that go. Let’s see, a bus in Paris at 10 feet with a loud horn, dishes at a restaurant...

That was my feeling in the 80’s. Friends dying weekly, myself, living in fear daily. People were dying in their 20’s. For the most part, people didn’t care, because of the population that was dying. But....you know what, the sun rose again. Have you tried hearing aids? Have you tried...

Either way I really don’t care at this point. You have taken my entire post out of context. I was trying to help this person understand the « simple » dynamics, since they obviously are having a hard time and to get into the dynamics of all the formulas would be pointless. I am not a...

I never said it had no effect. I agree it has effect. As I stated with it turned on the reduction in dB is 13-17, by published studies. As stated the reduction is less with it turned off. I stated, because I’m not an expert, that there is more at work with sound waves, to accomplish this. I was...

I have & we left

Great article. And, so true. We have resorted to dining early, advising the managers/owners. I even show them the dB levels off my phone, unfortunately, most just don’t care. Some do, though. I bring my Bose NC headphones and when the levels start reaching 80-85, I put them on with pink...

These are two of my boys out of 4. Billy on the left at 1 year and Blizzard at 13.

Mexican food. Tex-mex or Authentic

By the way noise canceling is only a term. It is not actually canceling noise, but rather some formula of adjusting to outside ambiant noise. Therefor if you are not listening to anything the NC feature is irrelevant. Just wear them with the NC feature turned off.

Why would you pair them with someone’s else’s phone to begin with. It makes no sense, plus I’m sure no one would want to pair their phone with you. It would allow you to listen to everything they are doing. If you are not listening to anything, why pair them to begin with? If the purpose is to...

All of my tests went to 10 or 12. Normal hearing or slight loss everywhere except a dip at 6, more pronounced in left. Left dipped to 65ish, right to 50 both at 6, rebounded sharply by 8. Hearing aids, widex zen models, I feel, helped me tremendously. I used them in both ears, although was...

I typically have unilateral T, but sometimes it moves to bilateral. Always, it is temporary. Although, if I really really listen for it or apply pressure in front of the ear, I can barely hear it. Like my pulsatile, it should be temporary and move on. Best to you

Looks like you joined this wonderful club about the same time I did. I was actually surprised at how well it went for me after the initial 6 months. Unfortunately, I don’t handle « dealing with it » very good, although that’s a much better term than setback. (Thank you Starthrower) Your first...

I’m so sorry you’re having to deal with this at such an early stage in life. I lived through a challenging time during my 20’s as the aids epidemic took hold of an entire community. But, as with that, I am hopeful things will change and advancements will be made. Already, I have seen more and...

YOU WILL NOT PAIR to another smart phone randomly. I have used qc15 & 35 for 14 years and millions of miles in the air inclusive of 30 transatlantic flights of 9-14 hours long and 100’s of domestic flights. That is 1000’s of hours using them in the air. Then 1000’s of hours using them walking...

Thanks all. Took something to take the edge off. It seems worse than when it first appeared. I just don’t know. I know deep down it can get better, but this time it is more intense, at least it seems that way.

I’m really trying & thank you. I’m just tired & exhausted. Seems like every few days, I’m at the wrong place at the wrong time. Anything to reverse all of my progress.

Your headphones cannot be operated by anyone else, unless you let them Bluetooth to your headphones, which I would not advise. If you don’t own a smartphone or iPad, what music are you going to listen to. If you’re only using them for hearing protection, realize the numbers are about 13-17dB...

I live in the Midwest in USA. Thunderstorms are a weekly to semi weekly occurrence, during the late spring. They can be loud, but mostly just startling on the thunder. No damage from nature.

I’ve tried and tried and tried. It’s been almost 2 years and I felt I had been doing great until 3 weeks ago. Then it’s been a downhill spiral ever since. This noise phobia, hyperacusis, or whatever in the hell it is. (One f....ing audiologist, without seeing me said it’s probably recruitment...

This journey Is slowly killing me

Sacral cranial therapy, or just a plain massage from a good therapist is a great place to start. I, as well have very tight shoulder, neck etc muscles. Stress, anxiety can be a very big causation of tight muscles up there and tension headaches. In additi9n yoga, meditation, muscle relaxation...

Yes, I totally agree with you. It seems so many people are looking for a “cure”. People, there is not a magic pill, a potion, or any other get rid of it in a day options out there. On the other hand, people that continue to say there is no “cure” need to be informed, before spreading such...

I continue to use Bose qc35 during my morning walks and on flights. I would never use in ear phones, but have found over ear to be helpful. I, as well, use them with or without pink noise in restaurants. They block out just enough noise when the noise levels approach and exceed about 85. Studies...

I’ve actually been doing pretty good with it. I put my amplification hearing aids in, that I’ve kinda weaned off of. This helps reduce the T to a point of really not hearing it. Although, they amplify sound too much for me to keep them in for more than emergent situations. I’m thinking the beeps...

Well, I seem to be in a rut of experiencing sudden loud noises lately. The latest being 120dB at a one foot range. The only good thing is it was only 1-2 seconds as an alarm technician activated a test while I was next to it. Of course my ears are blaring and my headache is here. I know the...

Bose qc35 is what I use, from boarding to leaving the plane. Works great for me on 1 hour up to my longest flight of 12hours.

I hope someday you learn of the physiological pain words can inflict onto others. May I offer a suggestion to search for a better vocabulary, since this word is very offensive to a great number of people, as much so as other words specifically designated to belittle individuals and groups as...

There is a percentage of cases that resolve on their own, although be careful not to put a timeline on anything. Learning to move forward is the first step, then progress will follow. Understand this is not a linear process. Sudden noises occur almost daily, my posts and many many others will...

You answered your own question. Look at your post & read it over and over. Progress occurs only when it is not the focal point of your life. Now, go out and live your life, protect your gift of hearing, and stop thinking about your tinnitus. Best to you

Why are you so keen on insulting language Eren101

Well, I experienced the dreaded 60 (approx) feet away ambulance siren complete with air horn. Plugged my ears with the flaps, about 20 seconds of noise, seemed longer of course and my tinnitus flared and headache, etc. Anxiety has skyrocketed. Any thoughts or words of wisdom? Thanks—When I am...

I would have to opin that if you were exposed to sound levels above 80ish, it would wake you up. Especially for an extended period of time. Windows closed, provide excellent sound protection, 1/8 up to 1/4”. In fact a good double pane window can provide somewhere in 25% reduction range. So...

You sound like your mind is making adjustments to your perception of the T. The mind works in mysterious ways. Best to you.

To quote “we are the unluckiest people” as far as noises go. Always seem to be at the wrong place at the wrong time. This is the typical perception I, as well as most people I’ve read here. Just a couple of my “unlucky” (a bus horn sounded as I was walking on the sidewalk, right when he was...

Ash—-I still say the answer is right in front of you. The strategies you employ, the joy you hear, the excitement, the love are all examples of why your children noise doesn't bother you. Think about all the possibilities that lay beneath the surface. I have employed many of those same...

You state the only sounds that don’t bother you are your own kids. Think about that statement real hard & long. Your answer awaits right there.

I had PT show up about 8 months into my T. It actually started small, increased, then has backed off quite a bit. So there is hope. Julian Cowan Hill has a utube on PT, which I encourage you to watch.

I will share my experience and the research I have done regarding this subject, hopefully this will shed some light and help some people understand these valuable resources. While I will not and cannot comment to replace any medical or individual advice, I will point out what’s worked for me...

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So, I was at a 2 hour event last night. Had “32” ear plugs, mostly insert correctly. My dB app had an average of 90-94 (some 96) Now my anxiety and Phonophobia have hit me hard this morning causing a spike. Learning 32 means a drop of only about 20, if inserted absolute correctly, which I know...

Most people with chronic pain or ' recovering process' will sometimes have to look for it. I know from personal experience as my chronic pain diminished in intensity, I had many days where I had to ask my brain, where is the pain. Guess what, the brain obliged and there it was. So this sounds...

I unfortunately have no ideas to offer. Responding to let you know other people are out here and thinking about the anxiety you must be going through. Stay strong!!

Kinda wish it was. As of 2 weeks ago it wasn't. Ya, the headaches are a tough one as I don't know if it's the tension & anxiety I've placed on myself with T or a partial causation of the T. Or major stress, tension and anxiety. As I said earlier, my biggest issue is my inability to sort out...

I have something to look forward to!!! Thanks for posting these

Medicine head is defined as Having a fullness in your whole head and kinda spacey with stuffed up ears. Comes from when you would have a head cold & taking all the medicines to try and feel better. Because in my short experience with T, I have had that feeling along with massive headaches most...

Thanks all! So, now, I get that "spikes" are normal and they continue kinda forever? Still don't know how all this works, so new to this and yes, somewhat frightened. I know that my perception is going to magnify it significantly, so there is the problem. It's reality versus what is being...

I've had TMJ problems off & on for years. Most of the time with relaxation & some easy exercises it settles down. Flare ups, for me, last about 2-6 weeks. I would definitely stay away from realigning your teeth, injections or surgery. I have never heard any good stories of these "fixes"...

Gio I feel right there with you. I'm in the states, so even though I have to pay, I can usually find a fast appointment. I just posted as well, im having a very very difficult time right now. I'm hoping that we can get through this first phase "together" as it seems we are about the same time...

just as I was doing ok, I happened upon someone banging 2 metal pipes. 3 times in 10 seconds, too quick to move away and bam. The T exploded in my left ear and has been going non stop at a higher pitch than before. Even now have some in my right ear, previously, none. Started steroid pack within...