Positive Story: Tinnitus, Hyperacusis, and Dysacusis
In April, after firing 10 shots at the shooting range without ear protection, I developed severe tinnitus, hyperacusis, and dysacusis. It took until September for me to return to my normal life. Now, I no longer have hyperacusis, and my dysacusis has improved by about 95 percent, maybe even more. My tinnitus has also improved by 95 percent, and I am writing this because, for the past few weeks, I have sometimes been unable to detect my tinnitus, even in complete silence at night.
On the sixth day after the incident, I started receiving 80 milligrams of intravenous Prednol (a steroid) daily, divided into five or six doses. Additionally, during the first month, I received four doses of five milligrams of Decort (another steroid) injected directly into my ear.
I also regularly used the following:
Now, I use musician grade earplugs at concerts, events, clubs, or when washing my car. I do not overprotect my ears, and I do not use any antidepressants or similar medications.
If there are fellow sufferers curious about this, feel free to reach out. I would be happy to answer your questions.
I would also like to add that acoustic neuromodulation has been helpful during this process. I used apps like Tonal Therapy and Tinnitus Therapy, as well as the Relief app, which I found quite effective.
Regarding earplugs, I tried many during this journey, and I can recommend a few:
In April, after firing 10 shots at the shooting range without ear protection, I developed severe tinnitus, hyperacusis, and dysacusis. It took until September for me to return to my normal life. Now, I no longer have hyperacusis, and my dysacusis has improved by about 95 percent, maybe even more. My tinnitus has also improved by 95 percent, and I am writing this because, for the past few weeks, I have sometimes been unable to detect my tinnitus, even in complete silence at night.
On the sixth day after the incident, I started receiving 80 milligrams of intravenous Prednol (a steroid) daily, divided into five or six doses. Additionally, during the first month, I received four doses of five milligrams of Decort (another steroid) injected directly into my ear.
I also regularly used the following:
- Betaserc (morning and evening daily)
- Selenium
- Apikobal
- Magnesium
Now, I use musician grade earplugs at concerts, events, clubs, or when washing my car. I do not overprotect my ears, and I do not use any antidepressants or similar medications.
If there are fellow sufferers curious about this, feel free to reach out. I would be happy to answer your questions.
I would also like to add that acoustic neuromodulation has been helpful during this process. I used apps like Tonal Therapy and Tinnitus Therapy, as well as the Relief app, which I found quite effective.
Regarding earplugs, I tried many during this journey, and I can recommend a few:
- Loop earplugs: Great passive earplugs that are adjustable without needing to unplug.
- Sennheiser Sound Protex: Another excellent option.
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