kaffandoApr 9

I'm keen to learn about people living with #tinnitus

I have 4 types (in both ears):
- low hum
- high pitched squeal
- pulsatile
all the time, and also musical when I'm tired.

(People ask me why I'm angry all the time....sigh)

If you have tinnitus, what is it like?

Boosts appreciated!

Multiple choice options:

One type, constant
50.8%
Two or more types, constant
27.7%
Pulsatile
16.9%
Musical
4.6%
Poll ended at .
Show threadBrisWombatApr 10
@kaffando I just saw this toot and missed the poll, add another vote for the one constant type (high pitch).
My sympathies for the state of your condition.
Show threadkaffandoApr 10

@WhombeX

Oh, thanks so much. Ugh, the high pitched is probably the worst, nothing can mask it. Is there anything that gives you relief from it?

Show threadBrisWombat
@kaffando no, but it is at such a high pitch (like old TVs) that i ignore it when i am listening to “normal sounds”. When it gets quiet or I focus on it is very loud.
For those with the condition where it sits in the range of frequency of talking or day to day noise, it must be horrible.
Apr 11 at 1:25amWeb
Show threadkaffandoApr 11

@WhombeX

Yes, when you think about it or talk about it, the volume increases. It's such a weird thing, it really is.

When I walk or talk or really, do any sort of activity, it gets louder. In addition, now that I have pulsatile as well, I hear my heart rate increasing when I move. It's fun! Not. 😎

Show thread Pink 🏳️‍🌈Apr 11
@kaffando @WhombeX That sounds horrible! Being active is my go to coping strategy!
Show threadkaffandoApr 11

@LegoPink @WhombeX

I used to be quite active, lots of walking. Now, I find it too stressful, which of course makes my heart rate issues worse. Yep, not much fun.