It just dawned on me how many of you ladies are experiencing tinnitus....that's quite a few in such a small group. I'm wondering if there is a common denominator? Anyone wonder about comparing notes and seeing if histories and lifestyles/work are similar and could cause this? And maybe if there is a way to halt this or reverse it? Sure would be interesting to see if a person could stop all that. That would be enough to drive me crazy!
I'm sure you all have seen all the info regarding that problem, but maybe you could see something on these lists that you all have in common that could have caused it and maybe then could be stopped or reversed. I hate the thought of y'all having that sound in your head all the time.
Quote: A variety of other conditions and illnesses can lead to tinnitus, including:
- Blockages of the ear due to a buildup of wax, an ear infection, or rarely, a benign tumor of the nerve that allows us to hear (auditory nerve)
- Certain drugs -- most notably aspirin, several types of antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, sedatives, and antidepressants, as well as quinine medications; tinnitus is cited as a potential side effect for about 200 prescription and nonprescription drugs.
- The natural aging process, which can cause deterioration of the cochlea or other parts of the ear
- Meniere's disease, which affects the inner part of the ear
- Otosclerosis, a disease that results in stiffening of the small bones in the middle ear
- Other medical conditions such as high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, circulatory problems, anemia, allergies, an underactive thyroid gland, and diabetes
- Neck or jaw problems, such as temporomandibular joint (TMJ) syndrome
- Injuries to the head and neck
Tinnitus can worsen in some people if they drink alcohol, smoke cigarettes, drink caffeinated beverages, or eat certain foods. For reasons not yet entirely clear to researchers,
stress and
fatigue seem to worsen tinnitus.
http://www.wikihow.com/Reduce-Tinnitus-Naturally
Quote: Prescription drugs — even OTC drugs — are a major culprit. The primary offenders are aspartame (NutraSweet), aspirin, steroids, anti-depressants, anti-anxiety medications, antihistamines, anti-seizure drugs, antibiotics (especially cephalosporins) and pain killers. If drug initiation corresponds with onset of tinnitus — bingo! Avoid the drug.
Some tinnitus is due to circulatory problems, including low blood volume. Make sure you are not anemic, especially if also being tired, pale and having heavy menses. With that symptom picture you could also be hypothyroid. Make sure you don’t have high blood pressure, which often goes undetected without periodic check-ups.
Is your cholesterol or triglyceride level too high? Do you have food allergies? Are you diabetic? Do you have an ear infection? Do you suffer from “TMJ” (temporomandibular joint dysfunction syndrome)? There may be a structural problem. Have you had a head injury? Is your eardrum perforated? Have the tiny bones behind the eardrum fused (otosclerosis)? Is there a cyst (cholesteatoma) anywhere in the ear or canal? Do you use nicotine or caffeine?
And, last but not least, do you now or have you ever listened to loud music? - See more at:
http://dremilykane.com/2002/05/10/top-five-remedies-for-tinnitus/#sthash.43ZkpfCu.dpuf
Ya know, I was thinking this morning about putting my juvenile delinquent Aussie roo in a headlock and bringing him in for popcorn and a movie. Maybe he is acting out because he doesn't feel loved...? hahahaha "You eat this dang popcorn dang you!!! Stop biting me!!!!! (smack! smack!)"
