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  1. Kumashi

    Second Acoustic Trauma: Seeking Advice on Ear Fullness/Pressure

    I have this issue as well. When I speak or chew food, ear pressure builds up, and my tinnitus increases. I suspect this may be due to my TMJ acting up.
  2. Kumashi

    How many days has it been? Do you see any progress? Thx

    How many days has it been? Do you see any progress? Thx
  3. Kumashi

    Hi There, did you start the NeuroMed migraine program yet?

    Hi There, did you start the NeuroMed migraine program yet?
  4. Kumashi

    What's Your Experience with Exposure to Police Sirens?

    I'm wondering how loud these sirens are for the drivers driving them?
  5. Kumashi

    The Volume and Frequency of My Tinnitus Have Changed

    Hi @sspencermo, is it ok to mix Melatonin and Mirtazapine together? And what are the doses? Mirtazapine 7.5 mg?
  6. Kumashi

    Reactive Tinnitus for the First Time: Are There Success Stories?

    Thank you. Did you follow a particular regimen? Were you in a quieter environment initially? Please let me know if you think any specific approach worked that could help me. Thank you.
  7. Kumashi

    NeuroMed Tinnitus Program — Founded by Dr. Hamid Djalilian

    Is anyone else trying this program and have any further updates? Thanks.
  8. Kumashi

    Reactive Tinnitus for the First Time: Are There Success Stories?

    I am trying to understand the mechanism behind my reactive tinnitus. I’m unsure of the underlying model or cause that makes it react. If anyone has insights, please let me know. I've had tinnitus since 2004, but the reactive type started about two months ago.
  9. Kumashi

    Two Tinnitus Worsenings within Four Days — Massive Setback in Overcoming Major Depression

    Here in Texas, they don't allow you to use your own earmuffs. You have to use the ones they provide in order to listen to the MRI instructions and for two-way communication.
  10. Kumashi

    Reactive Tinnitus for the First Time: Are There Success Stories?

    Hi @AverageJoe12. When you say 'migraine prophylaxis protocols,' are you referring to NeuroMed Tinnitus Program — Founded by Dr. Hamid Djalilian? Thank you.
  11. Kumashi

    Episode 20: The Man Who Donated a Million Dollars to Tinnitus Research

    Will do. Thanks @Nick47.
  12. Kumashi

    https://www.tinnitustalk.com/threads/episode-20-the-man-who-donated-a-million-dollars-to-tinnitus...

    https://www.tinnitustalk.com/threads/episode-20-the-man-who-donated-a-million-dollars-to-tinnitus-research.48974/page-2#post-711760
  13. Kumashi

    Thanks marqualler and wish you continued recovery. Did you officially signup for this program? I...

    Thanks marqualler and wish you continued recovery. Did you officially signup for this program? I was thinking about joining this program but cannot afford this immediately. Can you please check this link from averagejoe12 and let me know if there are any changes to what you followed? Either the...
  14. Kumashi

    NeuroMed Tinnitus Program — Founded by Dr. Hamid Djalilian

    The program includes 10 telehealth sessions where they monitor your progress and answer any questions you may have. However, it does not include any interactions with Dr. Djalilian.
  15. Kumashi

    Episode 20: The Man Who Donated a Million Dollars to Tinnitus Research

    For NeuroMed. I know a few people in this thread were trying the same cocktail of drugs on their own, and I wanted to hear if they are seeing any progress before I sign up.
  16. Kumashi

    Episode 20: The Man Who Donated a Million Dollars to Tinnitus Research

    Hi folks, Has anyone else tried this lately? How is it working for you? I have reactive tinnitus and loudness hyperacusis, and I’m considering signing up for this.
  17. Kumashi

    Thanks for all your updates. I have left unilateral reactive T and loudness H for about 2 months...

    Thanks for all your updates. I have left unilateral reactive T and loudness H for about 2 months now. I had my first instance of tinnitus back in 2004, which I had habituated. I want to try Dr Hamid Djalilian NeuroMod treatment. Are you trying only the Vitamin part of it? Not sure if the program...
  18. Kumashi

    Second Acoustic Trauma: Seeking Advice on Ear Fullness/Pressure

    @tomytl, thanks for the clarification on TTTS. When I visited my PCP while waiting for my ENT appointment, I was told the same thing — that my tinnitus symptoms are due to fluid buildup in the middle ear. While researching this, I came across a condition called Endolymphatic Hydrops, which is...
  19. Kumashi

    Magnesium Glycinate Improves My Noxacusis: A Muscle Issue Rather Than a Nerve Issue?

    Hi Folks, If my noxacusis pain (burning around the ears and face) has become slightly less severe after using Magnesium Glycinate, does this suggest that my noxacusis might be triggered by ear muscle issues rather than a nerve issue? For context, my tinnitus and noxacusis are the result of...
  20. Kumashi

    Second Acoustic Trauma: Seeking Advice on Ear Fullness/Pressure

    Thanks for the update. I picked up Flonase and Zyrtec from my local CVS today. I’ll give them a try and hopefully get some relief from this. When I visited the ENT, they performed a tympanometry test and told me that my eardrum movements are normal. Does this mean my hyperacusis is not caused...
  21. Kumashi

    Second Acoustic Trauma: Seeking Advice on Ear Fullness/Pressure

    Great news about your progress. Best wishes for your Dr. Lim's visit. Please let us know what you hear from him.
  22. Kumashi

    Hi Alishia, How are you doing now? I am going through a very similar thing with pain...

    Hi Alishia, How are you doing now? I am going through a very similar thing with pain Hyperacusis. Wanted to know how did you approach this? Are you protecting all the time or not? Please let me know. Wishing you continued recovery.
  23. Kumashi

    Second Acoustic Trauma: Seeking Advice on Ear Fullness/Pressure

    Hi @matt89, how are you doing now? How's the ear pressure? Is the nasal spray helping? I'm in a similar situation. I have hyperacusis and tinnitus due to acoustic trauma, along with ear fullness. The symptoms are very similar to what you're experiencing. I’m considering trying the nasal spray...
  24. Kumashi

    I Can Control My Tensor Tympani Muscle on Command

    Hyperacusis caused by TTTS vs. the nerves; does one have a better chance of recovery than the other?
  25. Kumashi

    Speakers for Those with Digital Audio Sensitivity

    Hi @kingsfan, I’m following up on our previous discussion. I have loudness hyperacusis and moderate noxacusis. My tinnitus tends to flare up when I listen to anything on a phone speaker, which is unfortunately something I do often for work, especially on Zoom calls. Are you still using the...
  26. Kumashi

    Minimizing Risk of Hearing Damage / Worse Tinnitus: 3-Hour Flight vs. 30-Hour Train Ride?

    Hi @another sean, what did you end up doing? I'm waiting to hear updates that may help me with my travel.