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I developed tinnitus on my left ear when listening my brand new HD700 headphones for too long and too loud back in 2015. It was hell and took me to very dark places for several months. Amazingly one can adapt and now it doesnt bother me much. Tinnitustalk is the best resource for tinnitus by far. However, my advice for people with new tinnitus onset is NOT to go there, nor read about it at all. Try to just forget it, even though it can be very very hard.
It is indeed not a vasodilator, but it is a targeted therapeutic for it's muscle relaxing properties, which by relaxing the neck muscles can improve blood circulation.
And the chilling also helps . The best advice I've had is to ignore it as much as possible.
It is indeed not a vasodilator, but it is a targeted therapeutic for it's muscle relaxing properties, which by relaxing the neck muscles can improve blood circulation.
And the chilling also helps . The best advice I've had is to ignore it as much as possible.
I've suffered on and off for about 25 years with hyperacusis and tinnitus. I learned to live with the T, but when the Hyperacusis flares up it's life altering. I finally mostly got rid of my last bout of hyperacusis...took a couple of years! But a couple of weeks ago my Tinnitus flared up crazily and hasn't truly calmed down. Not sure what caused it. It even had me googling vaccine induced Tinnitus...of which there are reports. However I'm very cautious about that inference, since there is no reliably established connection between the vaccines and T, and also my last vaccine was in June so I'm not sure it would make sense that even if the vaccine could induce T, it would suddenly show up months down the line.
Basically it's that grasping-at-straws thing that happens when you have a sudden health change.
The way I've usually dealt with my ear ringing is to essentially ignore it. I used to baby my ears when my T became loud, but over time I noticed that it tended to go away, or wax and wane, pretty much the same whether I kept things quiet for weeks or just went on with life as normal.
Last week I’ve noticed my old friend tinnitus. I’ve always had it but never as much as last week. Only occasional when I was in a quite room.
So, last week I’ve read something about tinnitus on a forum and that was the start. I tuned into the high pitch sound and since that say it bugs me all the time. It’s like my brain automatically focuses on it right when I wake up.
Now the thing I noticed; when listening to music with some bass in it, my brain seems to be unable to tune into the pitchy sound. My guess is the difference in frequency is simple to big to hear both.
Is this something others of you experience as well?
Tracks to test it on:
Kiss in blue - Yello, Heidi Happy
I think I'm joining the club. Started getting a high pitched, constant back noise in my ears for about the past month. Not loud, just noticeable. Kind of annoying when I concentrate on it, so I choose to ignore it and that seems to eliminate it from my consciousness. Here's a rather peculiar part about it to share: This is deer and elk season in the Pacific Northwest and I usually hunt alone. That means being in the wilderness around 3 a.m. trying to scramble up a mountainside for a couple hours to find a very remote but choice forest location. I'm usually in place by 5 a.m. and then sit deadly still awaiting sunrise. As you can imagine, the remote wilderness is pitch black in the middle of the night and there is absolutely no noise, which tends to greatly amplify hearing ability... even hearing a leaf fall from a tree seems loud. So sitting in those conditions a few days ago it dawned on me while listening intently in pitch blackness that there was absolutely no ringing in my ears, total silence. Which seems to be a clue, that so long as your brain is concentrating intently on another activity the ringing becomes a nothing.
I think I'm joining the club. Started getting a high pitched, constant back noise in my ears for about the past month. Not loud, just noticeable. Kind of annoying when I concentrate on it, so I choose to ignore it and that seems to eliminate it from my consciousness. Here's a rather peculiar part about it to share: This is deer and elk season in the Pacific Northwest and I usually hunt alone. That means being in the wilderness around 3 a.m. trying to scramble up a mountainside for a couple hours to find a very remote but choice forest location. I'm usually in place by 5 a.m. and then sit deadly still awaiting sunrise. As you can imagine, the remote wilderness is pitch black in the middle of the night and there is absolutely no noise, which tends to greatly amplify hearing ability... even hearing a leaf fall from a tree seems loud. So sitting in those conditions a few days ago it dawned on me while listening intently in pitch blackness that there was absolutely no ringing in my ears, total silence. Which seems to be a clue, that so long as your brain is concentrating intently on another activity the ringing becomes a nothing.
My tinnitus started 20 years ago when I was playing with DIY speakers. I added a small tweeter on top of the speaker box I was working on, but omitted to attenuate the tweeter in any way. After a couple of hours of listening the ringing at about 9Khz set in and never left. It’s like the sound you hear when you clench your jaw. luckily it is not so loud, and I can mostly ignore. Interesting notes above about listening to bass heavy music masking the tinnitus ringing. This Tidal playlist works for me., "Bass Heavy Mix"
I bought a pair of Sennheiser HD800 headphones, but after burning them in and listening for a couple of hours the tinnitus flared up and was much louder. I returned the HD800s, and the ringing slowly faded back to its lower level. My LCD-XC (2019) are now my favorites.
Mine stared few years ago after several years of untreated depression and anxiety mixed with weekend alcohol abuse which lead me to a nervous breakdown. It was very challenging period for me at that times and took me to some very very dark places. What helped me with the whole situation was talking to people about it, meditation, yoga, positive thinking and accepting that it will stay there. Also adopting more healthy lifestyle, way less alcohol, sports etc.
Today it is still here, but I got used to it and I hear it only when you think about it. I guess your brain adapts in some way. Sometimes its loud when I am stressed and sometimes I cant even hear it. Now I use it as a diagnostic tool for my stress level. If I start to hear it loud, that means that I need to relax, so it is kind of useful
My advice would be to do some initial checks for obvious causes like hearing loss (especially BERA test (Brainstem evoked response audiometry)), tumor or cervical (neck) problems and if you have constant frequency ringing (mine is not, the frequency varies) try Tinnitus Sound Therapy (Google it) which basically lowers the tinnitus frequency of the tinnitus to a frequency area which is far less irritating. It is custom made for each patient and I heard that it saved lives (literally).
I read an interesting article about the relationship between tinnitus and hearing loss. Article is written by Temma Ehrenfeld who, an award-winning journalist who covers Psychology and health.
The article can be found here if you are interested.
I found this tip (can’t recall where)….
If I insert 4 knuckles into my mouth, that is open the jaw as far as possible, the ringing is almost eliminated.
I know this is not a practical solution, but it is interesting, and may provide temporary relief for some people. or, perhaps it may help identify the cause?
I found this tip (can’t recall where)….
If I insert 4 knuckles into my mouth, that is open the jaw as far as possible, the ringing is almost eliminated.
I know this is not a practical solution, but it is interesting, and may provide temporary relief for some people. or, perhaps it may help identify the cause?
I'm surprised at how common this ailment seems to be. Mine has been around for about 20 years and it happened spontaneously. Interestingly, having a minor and constant problem with it, after a CRT scan about 10 years ago it got louder and more obnoxious. It is true that you learn to ignore it. What seems peculiar is that if it were related to some incidental health matter why doesn't it affect both ears?
Last week I’ve noticed my old friend tinnitus. I’ve always had it but never as much as last week. Only occasional when I was in a quite room.
So, last week I’ve read something about tinnitus on a forum and that was the start. I tuned into the high pitch sound and since that say it bugs me all the time. It’s like my brain automatically focuses on it right when I wake up.
Now the thing I noticed; when listening to music with some bass in it, my brain seems to be unable to tune into the pitchy sound. My guess is the difference in frequency is simple to big to hear both.
Is this something others of you experience as well?
I have had chronic tinnitus for about 7 years now. I have also noticed that certain musical passages mask it to varying degrees. Bass seems to be the key.
My tinnitus can get quite loud, as well as being pinged by listening to music too loud or too long.
When my ringing is bothersome, I have a white noise app on my iphone where I can select from various shaped noise profiles. There is a "violet" noise that is just bang on the frequency of my T ringing. So when I play it, even at super low volume, my ringing becomes "invisible" like I don't have tinnitus. I find playing it for just a little while give my brain a chance to relax and take the focus off the ringing, so when I turn the noise off my tinnitus is less noticeable, no longer the focus.
Five million Americans suffer from a condition called pulsatile tinnitus. This is Alla’s story.
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Pulsatile Tinnitus FAQs
How serious is pulsatile tinnitus?
Pulsatile tinnitus is a common symptom that impacts between 3-5 million americans. While the potential underlying diseases are many, only some cary significant risks of intracranial hemorrhage, stroke, or blindness. Therefore, evaluation by a specialists with high levels of experience is recommended. In addition, many patients suffer from their pulsatile tinnitus, and in our experience there I usually an underlying structural cause that may be possible to correct and alleviate symptoms.
How does pulsatile tinnitus differs from regular tinnitus?
Pulsatile tinnitus is a rhythmic sound typically in sync with the heartbeat. It is usually described as a whooshing type of noise (fetal heart beat, crescendo-decrescendo quality). Continuous tone tinnitus is quite separate and not usually vascular.
What is the most common cause of pulsatile tinnitus?
Venous sinus stenosis/IIH is the most common cause of pulsatile tinnitus. Dural arteriovenous fistula is the most potentially dangerous cause of pulsatile tinnitus. Our team are experts in the diagnosis and treatments of all causes of pulsatile tinnitus.
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Should I see a doctor for pulsatile tinnitus?
Yes. But before you do? Here I have listed some Free to low cost options and cutting edge stuff that is out there and Specialists in the field you can call for advice.
SOURCE:
Learn about Tinnitus causes, symptoms, and treatments. If you or a loved one is affected by this condition, visit NORD to find resources and support.
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Investigational Therapies
Information on current clinical trials is posted on the Internet at www.clinicaltrials.gov . All studies receiving U.S. government funding, and some supported by private industry, are posted on this government web site.
For information about clinical trials being conducted at the NIH Clinical Center in Bethesda, MD, contact the NIH Patient Recruitment Office:
Pulsatile tinnitus can be a symptom of a dangerous problem with the blood vessels in the head, but not always. Sometimes, pulsatile tinnitus can signal a more serious impending health problem, like a stroke or blindness. Therefore, pulsatile tinnitus should prompt you to see a doctor to further assist you. Pulsatile tinnitus can also significantly impact your mood, and sometimes needs to be treated for this.
Is Pulsatile Tinnitus an emergency?
That depends on what is causing the pulsatile tinnitus. Some causes need to be treated urgently, but most do not. Understanding what is causing the pulsatile tinnitus is key to determining the best course of action.
What happens if Pulsatile Tinnitus Is untreated?
That depends on what is causing the pulsatile tinnitus. If the pulsatile tinnitus is caused by a dangerous problem with the blood vessels in the head or neck, and it is untreated, blindness or stroke (causing problems with walking, talking, or death) can result.
A doctor should help you determine whether your pulsatile tinnitus is dangerous or not, and then you can decide whether to leave it untreated or not.
References
JOURNAL ARTICLES
Eisenman DJ, Teplitzky TB. Surgical treatment of tinnitus. Neuroimaging Clin N Am. 2016 May 26(2):279-88. doi: 10.1016/j.nic.2015.12.010. Epub 2016 Mar 10.
Hertzano R, et al. Clinical evaluation of tinnitus. Neuroimaging Clin N Am. 2016 Feb 28; 26 (2):197-205.
Harvey RS, Hertzano R, Kelman SE, Eisenman DJ. Pulse-synchronous tinnitus and sigmoid sinus wall anomalies: descriptive epidemiology and the idiopathic intracranial hypertension patient population. Otol Neurotol. 2014;35:7-15. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24270723
Ellenstein A, Yusuf N, Hallett M. Middle ear myoclonus: two informative cases and a systemic discussion of myogenic tinnitus. Tremor Other Hyperkinet Mov. 2013;3. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3629860/
Eisenman DJ. Sinus wall reconstruction for sigmoid sinus diverticulum and dehiscence: a standardized surgical procedure for a range of radiographic findings. Otol Neurotol. 2011;32:1116-1119. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21799456
In the largest clinical trial of its kind, researchers show that combining sound and electrical stimulation of the tongue can significantly reduce tinnitus, commonly described as “ringing in the ears.” They also found that therapeutic effects can be sustained for up to 12 months post-treatment.
Please read the Article History listed HERE and use your own judgement to what you define for the topic of Tinnitus complications after being administered with CENSORED and its affects as covered by the Mayo clinic for their definitions of CENSORED before and after 2019.
A possible helpful meal routine that MAY (Or may not) help with reducing the fluid and the symptoms of Meniers Deisese. However I have not found any Credible western sources or E.U or CDC guidlines or treatments confirming such diet.
Diet chart for meniere's disease patient and a healthy life. Find balanced diet chart for meniere's disease Patient, Learn more about Meniere'S Disease Diet chart from the experts at Lybrate.
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Risk factors why "Audiophiles" experience this more often is MY OWN Opinion.
Anyone can experience tinnitus, but these factors may increase your risk:
Loud noise exposure. Loud noises, such as those from heavy equipment, chain saws and firearms, are common sources of noise-related hearing loss. Portable music devices, such as MP3 players, also can cause noise-related hearing loss if played loudly for long periods. People who work in noisy environments — such as factory and construction workers, musicians, and soldiers — are particularly at risk.
Age. As you age, (Over 40) the number of functioning nerve fibers in your ears declines, possibly causing hearing problems often associated with tinnitus.
Sex. Biological Men are more likely to experience tinnitus. This is also possibly due to Low testosterone. Article linked bellow.
Tobacco and alcohol use. Smokers have a higher risk of developing tinnitus. Drinking alcohol also increases the risk of tinnitus.
Certain health problems. Obesity, cardiovascular problems, high blood pressure, and a history of arthritis or head injuryall increase your risk of tinnitus.
Complications
Tinnitus affects people differently. For some people, tinnitus can significantly affect quality of life. If you have tinnitus, you may also experience:
Fatigue
Stress
Sleep problems
Trouble concentrating
Memory problems (Remind you of anyone)
Depression
Anxiety and irritability
Headaches
Problems with work and family life
Speech difficulties
Effects of testosterone in the treatment of immune-mediated sensorineural hearing loss in Men.
Testosterones have beneficial effects not only on the modulation of expression of autoimmunity of B/W mice, but on other unrelated models such as autoimmune thyroiditis as well. This study was performed to evaluate the effect of testosterone in the treatment of immune-mediated sensorineural...
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Hormone replacement therapy may increase risk of hearing loss in WOMEN
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Bottom Line:
Take an ACTIVE role in your health.
Ringing and being able to hear your heart audibly is not normal. Its your body giving you a CLEAR warning sign something is wrong.
Do not wait till its to late like I did. And don't let your doctor tell you its "Normal" or ignore it.
i was bingeing think the pepsi with lemon was reducing my hissing tinnitus ? had about just over one week of quiet level of it .
woke up today and noticed " hissing " .
maybe need more orange juice and pepsi lemon ?
Is it insensitive of me to over-simply tinnitus, while watching a medical procedure called "Epiretinal Membrane Peel" which goes deep inside the eyeball to scrape-off film/residue?
Makes cataract-surgery seem like child play.
Okay, I admit it cannot be as simple a procedure as the piano-tuner coming into your house to tweak your piano keys, but...
I am surprised that such complex medical procedures for tinnitus have not been explored and/or devised yet.