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Hello!
I started the vestibular therapy about a week ago and it has really helped the dizzy go away. Sound and light sensitivity are still there, but better and energy is geting better too. But now, I have ringing in my ears --- more at night -- and I think more when I am tired. Any suggestions to how to deal with it? Thanx in advance for all the helpful answers here. Sincerely JJ
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[SIZE="1"]What happened. I was in a car accident 2-23-2013, and got a mild concussion from it. I had some time off for brain rest, got somewhat better, but slipped into PCS in March 2013. Symptoms I had: dizziness, light and sound sensitivity, fatigue, tinitis, occasional headaches and migraines, Symptoms as of 5--2013: poor sleep, tinitis, some confusion /short term memory blanks, balance. The other symptoms are mostly gone, but flare up if I OVERdo something. Therapy I had: vestibular 3 months in: I could drive more and for longer distances. I felt like a younger, happier version of myself and I feel so blessed to have this feeling. 9 months in and I am working full time. I do get tired, and some sound and light sensitivity from time to time, but mostly I am over most of my symptoms. I pray every day and I m praying for your recovery. Over a year in: I can multi task (limited) and have humor in my life. But when I am tired, I am very tired. |
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04-08-2013, 07:01 PM
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Tinnitus or ringing in the ears is a common problem. There are no reliable therapies to reduce it. The best way to tolerate it is to try to ignore it. Use other sounds, music, etc. to focus on so the tinnitus is not the focus. I have had tinnitus for over a decade. It gets louder at times. Drinking cold water can make it louder. Eating can make it louder. It defies logical explanation.
The tinnitus remedies sold on TV do not work. They just get you stuck with autoship programs with credit card charges. Reducing anxiety levels may help if you have not already worked to reduce them. Just know that you are not suffering tinnitus alone. Many of us have learned to just live with it. My best to you.
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04-08-2013, 07:17 PM
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That's great that you're already noticing improvement with your therapy! An increase in anxiety is not uncommon with vestibular therapy so give the tinnitus time and it may get better as you continue your treatment.
Good luck and I hope you keep seeing lots of benefits! CC
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I'm a 39 year old, female, accountant. On July 2, 2012 I crashed my bike at the end of a 65KM road ride. I was fine that day but woke up the next morning to my current world. Ongoing symptoms include: dizziness, blurred vision, light and noise sensitivities, cognitive problems, uncontrollable emotions/depression/anxiety, headaches (but they're getting better), mental and physical fatigue, difficulty communicating and sleep disturbances. Currently seeing a fabulous Neuro Psychologist and vestibular physiotherapist and hoping to soon see a neuro ophthalmologist. I am currently doing 20 minute stationary bike rides daily, 20 minutes of meditating, 15 minutes of Lumosity and lots of resting. I have not been able to work or drive since the accident. The things that have helped me the most since the accident are vestibular therapy, gel eye drops (for blurred vision, sensitivity and dryness), amitriptyline (10mg), and meditating. I am finally starting to see some slight improvements and am hopeful! My brain WANTS to heal itself... I just have to let it and stop trying to get better! |
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I've had tinnitus my entire life. It still bothers me to this day, but it is a symptom that will not ruin your life in any way (even though it may feel that way now), even if it is permanent.
I always manage it through background noise. Depending on your severity, this could be as simple as a computer fan, or something louder, like an air conditioner or a noise machine. On nights when I don't have the air conditioner or fan blowing I find it harder to sleep. I find that when I am dehydrated, tired, stressed, etc, it gets worse. Caffiene, alcohol, and MSG are all triggers that I avoid as well. Much like lots of other symptoms, the more you think about them, the worse they feel.
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March 3, 2013: Directly hit top of head while jumping, impact went straight down neck and spine. Symptoms: Congested/plugged ears (along with post naasal-drip and drainage down back of throat), increased tinnitus, sound sensitivity, minor imbalance, difficulty concentrating, difficulty reading and focusing on words and moving objects. |
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04-09-2013, 10:10 AM
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All these replies are really helpful and I thank you all. The rining sound is pretty light and you are all right, it is something I can learn to live with and I hope my brain will just have more happy, busy thoughts to think about than the ringy thingy.
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[SIZE="1"]What happened. I was in a car accident 2-23-2013, and got a mild concussion from it. I had some time off for brain rest, got somewhat better, but slipped into PCS in March 2013. Symptoms I had: dizziness, light and sound sensitivity, fatigue, tinitis, occasional headaches and migraines, Symptoms as of 5--2013: poor sleep, tinitis, some confusion /short term memory blanks, balance. The other symptoms are mostly gone, but flare up if I OVERdo something. Therapy I had: vestibular 3 months in: I could drive more and for longer distances. I felt like a younger, happier version of myself and I feel so blessed to have this feeling. 9 months in and I am working full time. I do get tired, and some sound and light sensitivity from time to time, but mostly I am over most of my symptoms. I pray every day and I m praying for your recovery. Over a year in: I can multi task (limited) and have humor in my life. But when I am tired, I am very tired. |
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