Tinnitus from Headphones

[FellowSufferer]

Hi everyone!

I am happy to post here because I know that in a supportive community where everyone has each other's back, the best progress can be made.

I am 22 years old now and have had tinnitus for three years, ever since I was 19. It started one day after I went for a walk wearing over ear headphones and playing music while aggressively chewing gum. That evening, as I lay down to sleep, I noticed the ringing for the first time. The first six months were awful. To make matters worse, I made the mistake of going clubbing with unsatisfactory earplugs or no earplugs at all once, and that caused it to get worse.

Over time, things improved somewhat, or maybe I just habituated. Now, I would rate my tinnitus at about a 6 out of 10 in loudness, which I mostly notice in quiet environments. For a while, I tried ignoring it, hoping it would go away. I know someone whose tinnitus, caused by a gunshot, faded after two years. Unfortunately, I have not seen any real improvement.

So, this year, I have decided to try everything I possibly can to eliminate my tinnitus completely (aim high!). There are people out there, like Vik Veer, who have significantly improved or even gotten rid of their tinnitus, and I believe I can too.

Do any of you know someone personally who has managed to get rid of their tinnitus? I would love to hear some inspiring stories!

 

[Mark F.]

@FellowSufferer, can you elaborate on the story of the person you know whose tinnitus from a gunshot faded?

 

[FellowSufferer]

@FellowSufferer, can you elaborate on the story of the person you know whose tinnitus from a gunshot faded?

Sorry, not really. I only met the guy once at a nightclub, and that was when he told me his story.

 

[billie48]

Do any of you know someone personally who has managed to get rid of their tinnitus? I would love to hear some inspiring stories!

Welcome to the forum! The Success Stories category is dedicated to sharing stories from people whose tinnitus has either faded away or become insignificant in their lives. We hope you find hope and comfort in these stories.

In the meantime, try your best not to focus on your tinnitus and live your life as fully as possible. Over time, as you learn to ignore or accept it, your brain may naturally fade it out of your conscious awareness most of the time.

Take care, and God bless.