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Constant tinnitus: Are there any solutions?

Posted by kimjensch @kimjensch, Jun 14, 2020

It there any solution for constant tinnitis?

I have high pitched tones constantly though I have learned to ignore it mostly.

It can become louder at times, even loud enough to make me wince!

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hraka13 | @hraka13 | Jan 17 8:11pm

Most of what I’ve learned has been from online sources, especially the American Tinnitus Organization, https://www.ata.org/

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hraka13 | @hraka13 | Jan 17 8:12pm
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Most of what I’ve learned has been from online sources, especially the American Tinnitus Organization, https://www.ata.org/

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They have a monthly newsletter, too

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covidstinks2023 | @covidstinks2023 | Jan 18 7:54am

Hearings Aids filtered out about 95% of my Tinnitus. They are an adjustment, but, its worth it to
be able to hear conversations and not have the ringing so loud in my right ear and morse code in the left.
I'm sold on them. Life changer.

I wish you all the best on your decision. Blessings & Prayers...

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Julie, Volunteer Mentor | @julieo4 | Jan 19 12:44pm
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@2abbygail, my doctor wants me to see an audiologist since my hearing loss is from injury, multiple outer ear infections, and she said there is no guarantee that hearing aids will help me.

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@hraka13 It's important to know that hearing aids fit by a licensed provider/fitter generally come with a trial period. That can vary from 30 days to a few weeks longer. ('Big Box' providers like Costco and Sam's Club give a longer trial time.) You can return them within that time frame if they are not working well for you. Be sure you know what that time frame is and wear them in all of the situations where your hearing issues are troublesome. That way you'll know if they are helping you.

Definitely see a qualified ENT MD or an Audiologist; one with AuD behind their name because they have a doctorate level degree in the field and you have medical issues of concern.

Go through the testing procedure and ask questions about your audiogram. Also ask for a copy of your test results so you can go elsewhere if you choose to for fitting.

Cost is always an issue with hearing aids, but hearing better, eliminating tinnitus, etc. are worth the price.

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Alta Net | @altabiznet | Jan 19 4:37pm
In reply to @julieo4 "@hraka13 It's important to know that hearing aids fit by a licensed provider/fitter generally come with..." + (show)
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@hraka13 It's important to know that hearing aids fit by a licensed provider/fitter generally come with a trial period. That can vary from 30 days to a few weeks longer. ('Big Box' providers like Costco and Sam's Club give a longer trial time.) You can return them within that time frame if they are not working well for you. Be sure you know what that time frame is and wear them in all of the situations where your hearing issues are troublesome. That way you'll know if they are helping you.

Definitely see a qualified ENT MD or an Audiologist; one with AuD behind their name because they have a doctorate level degree in the field and you have medical issues of concern.

Go through the testing procedure and ask questions about your audiogram. Also ask for a copy of your test results so you can go elsewhere if you choose to for fitting.

Cost is always an issue with hearing aids, but hearing better, eliminating tinnitus, etc. are worth the price.

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@julieo4

Constant Tinnitus may have very different causes, from inner ear problems to medications, to iron deficiency anemia, to Vitamin B and D deficiencies. Autoimmune diseases may also cause tinnitus. The solutions will depend on the cause. Please see a link to Mayo Clinic Article on Tinnitus.
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/tinnitus/symptoms-causes/syc-20350156

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hraka13 | @hraka13 | Jan 20 12:21am
In reply to @julieo4 "@hraka13 It's important to know that hearing aids fit by a licensed provider/fitter generally come with..." + (show)
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@hraka13 It's important to know that hearing aids fit by a licensed provider/fitter generally come with a trial period. That can vary from 30 days to a few weeks longer. ('Big Box' providers like Costco and Sam's Club give a longer trial time.) You can return them within that time frame if they are not working well for you. Be sure you know what that time frame is and wear them in all of the situations where your hearing issues are troublesome. That way you'll know if they are helping you.

Definitely see a qualified ENT MD or an Audiologist; one with AuD behind their name because they have a doctorate level degree in the field and you have medical issues of concern.

Go through the testing procedure and ask questions about your audiogram. Also ask for a copy of your test results so you can go elsewhere if you choose to for fitting.

Cost is always an issue with hearing aids, but hearing better, eliminating tinnitus, etc. are worth the price.

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@julieo4
That’s great to know, thank you! (Now, if I can find someone who wants to sell me only 1 hearing aid.)

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arbez | @arbez | Jan 21 8:11am

I'm guessing that my R ear tinnitus is caused by my upper R abscessed tooth. Funny thing it never really hurt, was just a bit sensitive off and on. It also caused a sinus tract into my hard palate. After 2 root canals (same tooth) and incision and drainage of sinus tract it's still an issue. Next step is to pull the tooth.

One other thing that causes tinnitus in women is MENOPAUSE & PERIMENOPAUSE.

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