Newbie Needing Advice

[Laura W]

Hello, everyone!

My name is Laura and I developed tinnitus back in May 2017.

For just under a year I have been suffering from a chronic sinus infection. I have all the classic symptoms such as nasal congestion, headaches, pain in my sinuses etc. Recently, I've developed tinnitus as well and I really do think it's caused by my blocked sinuses.

Can anyone please tell me what I can do to unblock my sinuses? I just don't know where to start and I'm feeling very overwhelmed at the moment.

Laura

x

 

[Michael Leigh]

Can anyone please tell me what I can do to unblock my sinuses? I just don't know where to start and I'm feeling very overwhelmed at the moment.

HI @laura,
You could try steam inhalation using a facial sauna but I suspect you already know that. Block sinuses can cause tinnitus. I think it's best to be seen by an ENT doctor for tests, and treatment that will help you.
Hope you start to feel better soon.
Michael

 

[PMc]

Thoughts and prayers are with you Laura,
hope what you're suffering is only temporary.

You have certainly come to the right place for great advice ...
and you will meet-up with such kind and helpful people who know
exactly what you are going through right now.

So stay tuned ... and keep in touch with TT
Paul

 

[glynis]

Welcome to Tinnitus Talk Laura.
As Michael says do try steam inhalation and ask your doctor about a nose spray or try a mucous linctus like Sudafed .
Love glynis

Ps- a basic antihistamine can reduce mucous.

 

[JoyBenz007]

Welcome to Tinnitus Talk Laura.
As Michael says do try steam inhalation and ask your doctor about a nose spray or try a mucous linctus like Sudafed .
Love glynis

Ps- a basic antihistamine can reduce mucous.

Can antihistamine aggravate T?

 

[glynis]

You should not have a problem with a basic one but I can not guarantee 100% so always read the leaflet inside.
I take Cinnarazine and they are fine.
Love glynis
I take a high dose 15mg and can help reduce tinnitus for some people with Menieres.

 

[Laura W]

Thank you so much, everyone, for your kind and comforting words - it really does mean a lot. Is there anything I should look for when searching for an ENT specialist? Are there any tests which I should avoid or are unnecessary? I'll certainly look into steam inhalation and antihistamines as well!

x

 

[Michael Leigh]

should look for when searching for an ENT specialist? Are there any tests which I should avoid or are

The usual route is to get a referral from your GP to ENT. Please read my article below titled: Tinnitus, A Personal View. You might find the information helpful.

Michael

https://www.tinnitustalk.com/threads/tinnitus-a-personal-view.18668/

 

[Laura W]

Thank you, Michael! That's a really informative article! Going to book an appointment with my GP and get a referral, and see what's what!

 

[Michael Leigh]

Thank you, Michael! That's a really informative article! Going to book an appointment with my GP and get a referral, and see what's what!

Thank you Laura. Hopefully you will get some help at ENT soon.
Take care
Michael