Tinnitus Spike from Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE) Test

Emgee

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Mar 21, 2020
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03/2020
Cause of Tinnitus
Modern Society = Too Loud
Hi all,

Two days ago, I had an ENT appointment. At the end, he thought it would be a good idea to check my otoacoustic emissions (OAEs) to determine cochlear health. The test measures up to 10000 Hz.

Shortly after the probe was inserted, the sound began to play and it was too loud, so I halted the test immediately after about 10 seconds.

I'm now dealing with a very bad tinnitus spike. Anyone else have this experience?

I am taking Prednisone in hope that it subsides. I hope this worsening isn't permanent.
 

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