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At this point, it may be time to consider that this is a permanent disability. He attended the concert in September, and it is now March. This may simply be his new normal. Honestly, after four years of living through this catastrophic hell, I can tell you that unless it is caused by a tumor or...

Was it the drilling? I am having a tooth pulled on Wednesday and I am terrified.

I see why this would work. You're barely conscious. I guess that makes the tinnitus more bearable. 😂

I'm always surprised to hear this, too. I can't distract myself from tinnitus any more than I could distract myself from being on fire. Sex doesn't move my attention, either. I haven't had sex with my partner in nearly three months because it just feels like an unenjoyable chore because I am not...

Thinking of you. How are you?

Yes, there is little that can be done to cope with constant, second-to-second change and the unending anxiety that arises from knowing it will keep changing into the future. Some people rely on heavy medication, but for many of us reactive unstable tinnitus is basically a 'game over' screen.

Did you fly? It could've been the flight, or a change in something external. It could even be an allergy or a change in blood pressure. There are quite a few unknowns.

You're one of my favorite posters here. I recall you saying some kind of special marijuana blend helped. Is that not the case? I also have severe reactive tinnitus. I am 34, and I am sure it will worsen over time, as it already has beyond measure. My therapist today just couldn't really...

It's always interesting to see how what works for some can have the opposite effect on others. After my first two visits to a massage therapist, I nearly ended up institutionalized. It got so much worse that I couldn't bear it.

Yes, this is similar to my situation. It's been three and a half years, and it has only gotten worse. Nothing has helped, and I can barely function.

Are you sure that the pain is caused by noise? I’m not doubting you at all; I'm just making sure you’ve ruled out other causes like muscular issues or trapped nerves.

My new doctor actually recommended this to me. It was one of his first recommendations, and he's a young guy. I was pretty shocked. "Have you tried electrical cochlear stimulation?" I was like, "?????"

$$$$$$$$$$.

I'm actually seeing a muscular therapist next week, and I'll be bringing this up in conversation (if I can hear him over my screaming brain). My loudest tones get louder when eating or after I finish.

I'm very close to that. A highway a few miles from a nearby state park causes my ears to screech and shriek. It's unbearable.

It's not just that it is with you forever. It gets worse. Gaby's tinnitus drastically worsened over time. Many of us here and elsewhere have adapted to stable tinnitus. Ever-worsening auditory torture, like what she and a few others experience, myself included, is a different story.

I didn't ask for it. I'm just looking into it in multiple European countries.

I'd give much more than that. Tinnitus is a prison, and spending a lifetime behind bars of noise is more agonizing than five years of life spent behind steel bars, planning the rest of my life in freedom and happiness.

Prednisone absolutely gives people insomnia and is probably the culprit. I would have insomnia routinely when I had to take it, along with anxiety attacks. There was a study that showed something like 60% of people experience insomnia on Prednisone.

But how would that grow the economy? /sarcasm

It's sad to see these posts from D'Angelo. He's gone now, and it's a terrible thing. Some of this suggests that you have superior canal dehiscence syndrome, which can cause tinnitus. Have you considered getting that treated? Also, a 'high riding jugular bulb' can cause tinnitus. A friend of...

Some here have followed this exact advice and are now catastrophic. Anecdotes are not reliable.

I had a breakdown in the car ride home from my office yesterday. My girlfriend was driving and I told her outright that I had been researching assisted suicide and that I didn't think I would be around much longer. She didn't say anything.

That's great, but the SBUTTs don't always go away. That's why I usually end up in a complete and utter panic. I have many tones that are still here now.

How are you @BB23? My doctor prescribed mirtazapine today and I thought of you. I’m scared to take it.

It sounds like reactive tinnitus, which I have. Unfortunately, three years have passed, and it's only worsened. I avoid all headphones. I definitely wouldn't recommend using them anymore.

I’m so sorry that you’re experiencing this. It’s pure hell, I know. Something does stick out, though. You say it “gets louder” when you lie your head in a sleeping position. I would investigate somatic causes, such as cervical spine/neck issues, posture, and jaw problems. If the condition...

Hi Travis. I've been following every one of your posts since you joined. I want you to know that I care. I'm not even sure if you're reading this, but just know that we understand. You are not alone.