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In the middle of massive spike, don’t know why, just comes on even the hearing aids are not helping, looks like no sleep tonight.

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Happyrosie

Hello catman. I feel for you..... that doesn’t really help, but you are not alone. I remember you’ve posted before. Might going over your older posts and their replies help?

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catman68 in reply to Happyrosie

Hi Happyrosie

Nothing seems to help, just a life of hell.

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Mille23

I have had terrible problems with sleeping, as I have a very loud tinnitus 24/7. I know how you feel. I can recommend to take tbl Melatonin , 3-6 mg, in combination with use of a talking book. Every time I wake up, I listen to the book, and fall asleep again. Hope you will sleep again.

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catman68 in reply to Mille23

Hi Mille23

Like you I have severe tinnitus 24/7 but lately it seems to be trapped in a spike cycle. Had to take another sleeping pill last night, that is to get some sleep. The Melatonin you use is this prescription only or is it available over the counter?.

Not much of book worm but listen to calming sounds from several apps that I have on my phone i.e. Calmer, Calm and Starkey, but would be interested in what book app you use.

Regards

Catman68

Be Strong- Stay Safe

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Mille23 in reply to catman68

I have got Melatonin from prescriptions, but now I buy it from a Company called Life Extension. I am very satisfied with their products. I listen to books from Saxo.com , which is a Danish book shop, where I can buy books / talking books. I really, really hope that there will be a cure for all of us. 🙏

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Happyrosie in reply to Mille23

Because at the time melatonin was banned in the UK I bought some in the US. The pack did not mention any possible poor side effects. Taking the tabs didn’t make the slightest difference to my sleep. I’d be very cautious taking it now, I’ve been reading up on the side effects. It would be wonderful to have a full nights sleep, have not had one for many years.

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Mille23 in reply to Happyrosie

It is a pity that you dont have any effect of Melatonin. I know that there are different opinions whether there are side effects or not. The information about the medicine says that it is most effective for people above 55 years ,as your own production of Melatonin gets smaller when you get older. And it is a good antioxidant. 😊

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