Hi from a new member

[Benw77]

Hi All

I just found this forum and wanted to introduce myself. I have had tinnitus for 3-4 years just in my left ear. I have had medical tests and MRI scan and they can find no medical reason for this which I was told they thought there might be having it only in one ear.

I also have no hearing loss so getting any help once the tests were carried out and negative was a struggle. I was finding it hard to concentrate at work and home, and also struggled in social settings.

After a year of going back to my GP i managed to get them to refer me to audiology and I now have a masker which although it is early days has transformed my life. I find it much easier to cope when using this and I can wear it all day, and when it comes to night i find it much quieter as my attention hasn't been drawn to it all day.

There are some useful posts on here I wish I had found it a while ago all the best to everyone

[Angela-H]

Hi Ben,

I have had T for 4 years and was provided with a masker & hearing aid for very slight hearing loss. I totally agree with you about the masker. I don’t use mine now but my hearing aid is essential in calming down my tinnitus - so much so that I don’t hear it most of the time.

You will find friendly folk with good advice on this forum.

Angela x

[dimarx in reply to Angela-H]

Hello Angela,

Can you please tell me what a masker is?

Thanks,

Di

[Angela-H in reply to dimarx]

Hi Di, I have replied to you in a separate post + photo.

Angela xx

[Joeb17]

Hi welcome I am pleased to hear that the maskers are working for you

I have had maskers for over 4 years and they have not helped me but some things work for some people but don’t work for overs I am stil trying different methods so I hope one will work for me

[Suziwong]

That is good news

[Suziwong]

Great news

[NicTinnitus]

Hello and a belated welcome to the British Tinnitus Association forum. Do feel free to ask any questions, I hope that you find this a helpful and supportive place to help you manage your tinnitus.

Warmest wishes

Nic (BTA Communications Manager and Forum Administrator)