Hi New to Forum

[ILBell]

Not sure how long I have had tinnitus, but I put a name to it in the last couple of years. I have a "crickets" like sound in both ears. Like going camping in the wilderness and listening to the crickets at night.

I have a couple of theories about the cause for mine.

1. My older brother gave my theory a very apt name. "Zeppelin Ear". Meaning too much loud music. I attended my first concert in "74" have have seen some greats like Pink Floyd, The Stones, U2 Uriah Heep to name a few.

2. My second theory is I started some medications for anxiety and depression a few years ago. Could this be a cause?

3. Is it just aging?

If anyone has thoughts are wants to share so wisdom I am all ears... Pun intended. Still have my sense of humor. Thanks...

 

[glynis]

A warm welcome to Tinnitus Talk.

Loud music and medications can cause tinnitus and anxiety and depression will make it harder to cope and anxiety feed tinnitus too.
A visit to ENT and a hearing test would be a good route to follow.

I hope your anxiety and depression is easing with doctors support,talking therapy along with medication as I know it can lower your self estym and confidence but their is help.
Keep posting on the main forums for round the clock support.
.....lots of love glynis

 

[ILBell]

Thanks for the reply Glynis. Seeing your location gave me a smile. I lived in London for 6 years (90-96). One of the many imported teachers during that period.

My anxiety and depression are under control with a prescription. Best I can remember, I noticed my tinnitus at about the same time.

Wish I still had my NHS coverage. All medical is so expensive here even with the insurance I have. ENT? Ear Nose & Throat?

Thanks....

 

[Lorac]

Welcome to the forum ILBell,
Glad you maintain a great sense of humor! Attitude is so important.