Patient Comments: Tinnitus - Causes
What caused your tinnitus?
Comment from: grimi, 65-74 Male (Caregiver)
Published: June 30
I caused my tinnitis by firing pistols and not wearing ear protection. This occured at age of 30 and I am now 65. I can hear "it" as I type this note. At least I only have it in one ear. Was this comment helpful?Yes
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I've had very mild tinnitus for most of my adult life, and it has hardly bothered me. Six weeks ago I was on a train journey and the train went into a tunnel at high speed. This caused a blocked feeling, which normally I would expect to right itself within a few hours. However, the blocked sensation persists and I'm aware of irritating tinnitus, as a high-pitched noise akin to the whistle when you switch off a TV. I have tried oil drops and earache drops, but they make no difference. Will probably see a doctor if it doesn't clear spontaneously.