Hi everyone,
I’ve been dealing with tinnitus for a while now, and it’s starting to take a toll on my daily life. I’m reaching out to see if anyone here has experience with tinnitus and could share some advice or personal stories on how you manage it.
A bit about my situation:
- I first noticed the ringing in my ears 5 years ago.
- It seems to be worse at night and in quiet environments
- I’ve tried white noise, antidepressants, but nothing seems to provide long-term relief.
What I’m looking for:
- Personal experiences: How has tinnitus affected your life, and what has helped you cope?
- Management strategies: Are there any specific techniques or lifestyle changes that have made a difference for you?
- Have you seen a specialist or tried any treatments that you found effective?
I appreciate any insights or advice.
I have tinnitus primarily in my left ear. After seeing the audiologist I was given a noise generator, basically a hearing aid that make a constant noise but doesn’t amplify sound. - I go with white noise but other options are available.
The idea is that it trains the brain to ignore the tinnitus noise. Note it doesn’t cure the cause but mitigates the symptom. It works very well for me, so much so that I’m getting a second unit for my other ear. The unit also streams from my phone which is very useful in and of itself.
This is in the uk where they’re provided free on the NHS. I guess if you’re in the us, then you’ll have to sell the house, car and kids too afford the initial consultation.
I think this is key. Easier said than done, but it helps. I use meditation techniques. Yep there is the noise nothing I can do about it and move on.