Do I Have to Wear Earplugs When I Go Out Now? How Do I Know Where to Wear Earplugs?

[Jason37]

Do I have to wear earplugs when I go out now?

My kids scream in my house all the time and it doesn't affect my tinnitus at all....I mean how do I know when to wear them. At the store, in the car... I mean everywhere has noise.

I don't go to any places that are loud at all. I even skip worship part at church service. This really sucks but now I see people here say to wear the everywhere for the rest of my life.

In 7 months no noises have triggered it any worse. Only my fear and anxiety do. Jesus help me!

 

[Michael B]

I've had severe tinnitus for 7 years and I only wear earplugs when I'm in particularly loud places such as a movie theater or concert venue. I'm not a believer in wearing earplugs everywhere I go and I'm not going to stop doing the things I enjoy for the sake of tinnitus. I suggest that if you miss church service you should return.

 

[Bill Bauer]

Do I have to wear earplugs when I go out now?

I have been wearing earplugs whenever I am outside of my home. This policy had protected me against many spikes. I believe it had promoted my healing.

I mean how do I know when to wear them

If you get T spikes or a full ear sensation following being exposed to noises like that of a slamming door, an ambulance driving by, etc, then that is your body's way of telling you that you need to protect yourself. If you are not getting any spikes, then perhaps you are not as sensitive as many of us here. If I were you, I would still stay away from power tools, vacuum cleaner, blender, hair dryer, etc. I would also avoid any places with live/loud music.

 

[glynis]

Try only use hearing protection around extra loud noise or if have to shout to be heard.
Love glynis

 

[joester]

I have to agree with Glynis. I carry the cheap disposable foam plugs for high volume situations and always use hard shell protectors for lawn work or anywhere I expect excessive noise.
You can download an app on your phone to provide you with a decible reading. Around 85 and above, you'll see foam plugs in my ears.