Tinnitus Getting Worse, Affecting My Ability to Hear Well with Cochlear Implants

[Ann B.]

I am new to this forum. I was implanted in my right ear 6 years ago and in my left ear 3 years ago.

Since receiving my first CI, I started developing tinnitus but it was very mild. In the last 2 months my tinnitus is getting progressively worse in both ears and is affecting my ability to hear well with the CIs.

Today I noticed it appears to be affecting my balance.

I am in a quiet environment and there appears to be no changes in the level of tinnitus whether I'm in a relatively noisy environment or I'm not wearing the CIs.

Any suggestions? Anyone else experiencing similar issues?

 

[fishbone]

I am new to this forum. I was implanted in my right ear 6 years ago and in my left ear 3 years ago.

Since receiving my first CI, I started developing tinnitus but it was very mild. In the last 2 months my tinnitus is getting progressively worse in both ears and is affecting my ability to hear well with the CIs.

Today I noticed it appears to be affecting my balance.

I am in a quiet environment and there appears to be no changes in the level of tinnitus whether I'm in a relatively noisy environment or I'm not wearing the CIs.

Any suggestions? Anyone else experiencing similar issues?

The only time my balance was affected was when I had vertigo and inner ear issues.

 

[brownbear]

Have you had a recent check of the threshold and comfort levels on your devices. Also have you had impedences checked. I would let your CI centre know the problems you are having in case they can help you.