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sarahinPA

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noise induced tinnitus
« on: October 23, 2011, 07:48:10 pm »
does anyone else have noise induced tinnitus??  when all is quiet the ringing isnt bad, i almost dont notice it, but as soon as there is noise it gets really loud!! my doctor briefly mentioned an Rx for this but didnt want to discuss it until i come back for my 6 month apt. Has anyone else tried this?
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TJ

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Re: noise induced tinnitus
« Reply #1 on: October 23, 2011, 09:24:32 pm »
sarahinPA

YES YES YES.  I try very hard to protect my ears when I know it will be noisy.  In fact the doctor recommended special molded ear plugs which I use.  The noise really sets off the tinnitus and it usually takes a day or so to clam down.  Don't know of any RX but if you get a name I would like to talk to my doctor about it.

TJ
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CHD63

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Re: noise induced tinnitus
« Reply #2 on: October 24, 2011, 10:35:52 am »
Hi Sarah .....

Same as you and TJ ...... horrible tinnitus when in a noisy environment like crowds or lots of mixed sounds.  It is even bad from the road noise in the car.  I have a musician's custom fit ear plug for my good ear that I carry in my purse and use in all of those situations ..... helps some but not completely.

I, too, am curious what kind of Rx your doctor is suggesting.

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Re: noise induced tinnitus
« Reply #3 on: October 24, 2011, 05:05:42 pm »
Yes! I have the same problem. My doctor says there is no medication to help. I was on an antidepressant for a while, didnt do anything.
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