@kvetch

Welcome to Connect Carole. There have been a lot of discussions about tinnitus, musical ear, hearing loss in general, etc. Do explore those topics as people have many stories to share.

I have profound hearing loss and use both a hearing aid and a cochlear implant processor, so I understand the discomfort level people have with these issues. I don't have answers though, just experiences.

Tinnitus usually starts to abate in time, or we get used to it and it's our new normal. There is research that indicates that it's exacerbated by stress. Of course, it causes stress! So, we need to learn some stress management techniques. Rhythmic breathing is one that I find helpful when stress starts to get me down. Have you tried breathing exercises?

Here's a link that explains it: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324417