Tinnitus

[Stavrou1]

I am almost 60 and I have had tinnitus at least 40 years in both ears , lots of scar tissues from ear operations . Burst ear drums . Over the years, Many illnesses and chronic conditions, on lots medications Has worsend over the last 6-8 years !! . It's very disabling, miserable and depressing , constant high pitch noise , roadwork noises, waves , banging, music no peace . Deprive sleep. Tried hearing aids', tried mindfulness, yoga . I don't know we're to turn to!!. Am on antidepressants, If any one has any suggestions, please share . I have tried lots of things .

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[Happyrosie]

my suggestion to you first, Stavrou, is to have a good look,at the website of Tinnitus UK. As far as I can see, this is the best worldwide resource.

Not everything that one person tries is suitable for another person and you might need to keep trying - but have you given the following a really good chance: hearing aids (which make the phantom noise less because the real noise is clearer) and mindfulness?

When you’ve had a chance to go through the TUK website you might want to give them a ring? Mon to Friday 9-5

[TinnitusUKPat Partner in reply to Happyrosie]

I agree with everything that Rosie said here (although I will say that our helpline and webchat hours are 10am to 4pm, to prevent any confusion).

[Stavrou1 in reply to TinnitusUKPat]

Thank you also very much ukpat. For confirming the helpline hours . 😊

[Happyrosie in reply to TinnitusUKPat]

Sorry Pat!!!

[Stavrou1 in reply to Happyrosie]

Thank you so much for your reply Happyrosie. Yes agree we are not all the same . And I will have a good look through website , as last night , I hadn't but was going today... 😊

[Mirador1]

I feel for you Stavrou1. I'm noticing a marked increase this year. Had 1 week where it subsided but that's all. Having to take Nytol to try and get some sleep. I have a Dr appt next week as never been before for it. Hopefully some help will be forthcoming

[Stavrou1 in reply to Mirador1]

Ahhh thank you for your reply , I also feel for everybody with this chronic condition!! . I also have epilepsy, tinnitus is one of the conditions link to it .

Am on 150mg a nite with Amytriptline, still doesn't help enough.

Good luck with your appointment next week..

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