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[Peanutd1959]

Hi

I have depressioni and anxiety. My tinnitis is at an all time high. My hubby is also unwell. I don't know how to cope

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[TinnitusUKPat Partner]

I'm sorry to read that you're struggling at the moment. Periods of stress and difficulty can make our tinnitus a lot worse, but it's important to know that these are not generally signs that your tinnitus won't get better - it's usually our mind and body trying to let us know that we need to try and relax as much as we can.

You mention that your husband is unwell - this is bound to increase the stress that you feel and might also be contributing to your tinnitus feeling as though it is louder. Have you seen any medical services about your tinnitus previously - do you have a diagnosis of what condition is causing your tinnitus?

[Happyrosie]

Just to say, Peanut, that everyone this community of T sufferers understands. Be kind to yourself and maybe see your doctors for help with your anxiety symptoms.

[Peanutd1959 in reply to Happyrosie]

My gp just doesn't seem interested with tinnitus

[Happyrosie in reply to Peanutd1959]

Like most GP’s unfortunately. There’s no magic pill for it. However, GP’s should be following the advice of NICE (National I statute for Clinical Evidence) which has a pathway for GP’s to follow. You can look it up yourself on the NICE website by inputting “tinnitus” into their search box. I should warn you it’s written for medical people but there’s no reason you shouldn’t read it and then ask your GP about it. The guidance was written with the help of the British tinnitus Association who are a major charity in this area. Why. It give them a ring?

[doglover1973]

Hello Peanutd1959 So sorry to read of your struggles. Perhaps you could have a word with your GP about depression & anxiety - as Rosie says . Sometimes if you address the underlying problems T takes care of itself . Not in the sense that it goes away but in that it becomes more bearable. I wish you & your husband better health.

[Spurdog1]

Hello PeanutYou haven't given much information there. Have you had tinnitus for long. And how long has it been at a severe level? Pat is right that you need to relax. The first thing is to get away from the tinnitus by "masking it". The best option if you have to attend to your husband (being "on call"), is to play some soft music, I find as long as the sound is not as loud as the Tinnitus, you are not likely to cause further damage. Anxiety and stress is a food for tinnitus, so you have to relax.

Has your husband got a cold, or something more "permanent". You do not say. Give Pat a call as you possibly are only looking for short term help. I am sure he can help. If you have been battling for a while then yes you need your GP on board. Tinnitus is highly unlikely to go, but you can reduce it to sensible levels. Do keep us posted.

[Peanutd1959 in reply to Spurdog1]

My hubby has normal encaphalitis.It effects his mobility. He is waiting for op. My anxiety is really bad worryingly constantly. On meds. Got all the t shirts for cbd. Life just is a nightmare at mo

[Spurdog1]

Then yes he will need care, but so will you. Otherwise you won't be able to care for him. You are important, too!!!!

[Tanney]

Hi Peanut. When my tinnitus gets loud and more annoying I take Ativan which is a sedative. It works particularly well in calming the middle/inner ear. Stress and anxiety are well documented causes of increased tinnitus for those of us that suffer from this chronic disease. You might want to ask your doctor for a prescription for low dose Ativan and see if that makes a difference not only for your ears but for overall anxiety management. Good luck!