Hollow echo distortion in ear? Scared

I am having almost identical symptoms as described by you here. Have you found anything out yet?

@txrock, welcome. I'm sorry to hear that you are also experiencing echo distortion similar to @lissas. When did this start and what started it? Have you consulted a specialist?

I have developed the same symptoms that you have described. Mine started after exposure to a loud noise and developed severe hearing loss in one ear. ENT suggested a type of tinnitus. Have you had any luck with a diagnosis?

Welcome @bobchance1, I found a couple of references that might be helpful until others with some experience can share it with you.

"How long does tinnitus last after loud noise?
Occasional exposure to loud noise can bring about temporary tinnitus. Ringing that's accompanied by a muffled sound may also indicate noise-induced hearing loss. These symptoms often go away within 16 to 48 hours. In extreme cases, it may take a week or two." --- Ears Ringing After Concert: 3 Ways to Stop It - Healthline: https://www.healthline.com/health/ears-ringing-after-concert

"A one-time exposure to extreme loud sound or listening to loud sounds for a long time can cause hearing loss. Loud noise can damage cells and membranes in the cochlea. Listening to loud noise for a long time can overwork hair cells in the ear, which can cause these cells to die." --- How Does Loud Noise Cause Hearing Loss? | NCEH | CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/nceh/hearing_loss/how_does_loud_noise_cause_hearing_loss.html

Does your ENT think it might be permanent damage vs temporary?

Thank You John! The ENT didnt say if it was permanent but the noise accident occured in March of 2021 and hasen't gotten better so i assume it is permanent. The hearing loss is high frequency, i.e. at 4k hz and above to 70 db. Hearing aids help a little with the hearing loss but im thinking i need more powerfull hearing aids or a custom fitted ear mold to keep the sounds in the ear canal.

I think I have had this a long time but, now it is getting more pronounced and noticeable all the time. I do need to see an ENT about it. 2 years ago I saw ENT about burning and itching ears and chronic TMJ was diagnosed

Hi Bob @bobchance1, There are some good discussions on hearing aids that you might want to read through to see what others have shared. @julieo4 may also have some suggestions or information for you on selecting a hearing aid.

-- How do I choose the best hearing aids?: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/hearing-aids-1/
-- Telecoils in hearing aids. How do you use yours? What can they do?: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/telecoils-in-hearing-aids-how-do-you-use-yours-what-can-the-do/
-- I'm completely new to the world of hearing aids. Advice please.: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/newbie/

I had exactly these symptoms a lot last year, for weeks at a time. My GP couldn't help. I was scared. Then one day it would stop for a month or so and then return. No pattern. No cold. I thought maybe it was connected to my polyneuropathy.

I have this too! When I mentioned it to my Neurologist, he couldn't help. It stays for days and weeks on end, then disappears for a while before returning.
My ears have been checked. I am told I do not have a build up of wax or any infection and they look healthy.

I have been searching to see if anyone else has experienced this "metallic echo" phenomenon. I had a sudden hearing loss in my left ear in March 2022 (the left had been my "better" ear up until then). Everything sounds tinny, high-pitched and metallic, and there is a buzz surrounding the sounds, especially noticeable with speech and music.