What is the cure for tinnitus?

[francispoon]

Please, what is the cure for tinnitus? Can it be forever controlled?

Thanks,

FP

[Mxsmanic]

francispoon writes:

> Please, what is the cure for tinnitus? Can it be forever controlled?

Tinnitus is just a symptom. The cure, when there is one, depends on the
cause.

--
Transpose hotmail and mxsmanic in my e-mail address to reach me directly.

[Steve]

On Tue, 9 Dec 2003 6:31:00 -0500, francispoon wrote
(in message <936eaee8.0312090331.2f2df0b2@posting.google.com>):

> Please, what is the cure for tinnitus? Can it be forever controlled?
>
> Thanks,
>
> FP

I don't think there is a cure. I have suffered from it ever since I
was a teenager from shooting rats in the dump without ear protection.
Once those little hairs in your ear are broken, they don't repair
themselves.

--
God's Other Humble Servant

Steve

[Jim Chinnis]

fyfpoon@hotmail.com (francispoon) wrote in part:

>Please, what is the cure for tinnitus? Can it be forever controlled?
>
>Thanks,
>
>FP

There are cures and near-perfect treatments for only a few unusual kinds of
tinnitus. You can discuss your situation and treatments at
alt.support.tinnitus
--
Jim Chinnis Warrenton, Virginia, USA

[mfg]

fyfpoon@hotmail.com (francispoon) wrote in message news:<936eaee8.0312090331.2f2df0b2@posting.google.com>...
> Please, what is the cure for tinnitus? Can it be forever controlled?
>
> Thanks,
>
> FP

Are you taking a cholesterol lowering medication in the STATINS class?
Statins can cause tinnitus. Read the side effect under "special
senses" below, if you are taking lipitor, or any statin. This does not
guarantee that is the cause in you, but it is something to consider.
Many medications can cause tinnitus. Check the side effects list for
every drug you are taking at www.rxlist.com. Check also for the side
effects of every supplement you are taking. Also ask your doctor if a
short course of decongestantd would help you. But with your other
health problems (shown on a search on your other posts) you should not
do this without your doctor's approval. If your tinnitus is
complicated by congestion due to mechanical problems in your sinuses,
eustachian tube or ear, or by allergies, this may be your solution.
For all actions, check with a physician. MFG

Side Effects of Lipitor in Laymen's Terms
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------

ADVERSE REACTIONS TO LIPITOR

This is a summary of information taken from Pfizer's Lipitor
advertisements, translated where necessary into laymen's terms. It
describes the adverse reactions (i.e. side effects) noted in
controlled clinical studies of 2,502 patients. The side effects are
grouped by systems within the body. The side effects marked with a **
occurred in 2% or more of the patients. The side effects without a **
occurred in less than 2% of the patients. Where needed, definitions of
the medical terms were taken from Dorland's Illustrated Medical
Dictionary. Any errors are unintentional and my own. I hope you find
this information helpful!

BODY AS A WHOLE:
· ** Chest pain
· Face edema: Swelling of the face
· Fever
· Neck rigidity: Stiffness of the neck
· Malaise: A vague feeling of body discomfort
· Photosensitivity reaction: Sensitivity to light
· Generalized edema: Swelling of the body

DIGESTIVE SYSTEM:
· ** Nausea
· Gastroenteritis: Inflammation of the stomach and intestines
· Abnormal liver function tests
· Colitis: Inflammation of the colon or large intestine
· Vomiting
· Gastritis: Inflammation of the stomach
· Dry mouth
· Rectal hemorrhage: Heavy bleeding from the rectum
· Esophagitis: Inflammation of the esophagus
· Eructation: Belching, burping
· Glossitis: Inflammation of the tongue
· Mouth ulceration: Ulcers of the mouth
· Anorexia: Lack of appetite for food
· Increased appetite
· Stomatitis: Inflammation of the lining of the mouth
· Biliary pain: Gallbladder pain
· Cheilitis: Inflammation on the lips
· Duodenal ulcer
· Dysphagia: Impaired speech
· Enteritis: Inflammation of the small intestine
· Melena: Bloody stools or vomit
· Gum hemorrhage: Heavy bleeding of the gums
· Stomach ulcer
· Tenesmus: Staining during bowel movements or urination
· Ulcerative stomatitis: Ulcers within the lining of the mouth
· Hepatitis: Inflammation of the liver
· Pancreatitis: Inflammation of the pancreas
· Cholestatic jaundice: Yellowing of the skin due to a stoppage in the
flow of bile

RESPIRATORY SYSTEM:
· ** Bronchitis: Inflammation of the bronchial tubes of the lungs
· ** Rhinitis: Inflammation of the mucous membrane of the nose
· Pneumonia: Inflammation of the lungs
· Dyspnea: Difficulty breathing
· Asthma: Wheezing or coughing attacks
· Epistaxis: Nosebleeds

NERVOUS SYSTEM:
· ** Insomnia
· ** Dizziness
· Paresthesia: Burning or prickling sensations
· Somnolence: Sleepiness, unnatural drowsiness
· Amnesia
· Abnormal dreams
· Decreased libido
· Emotional lability: Emotional instability
· Incoordination
· Peripheral neuropathy: Disturbances in the peripheral nervous system
· Torticollis: Twisting of the neck
· Facial paralysis
· Hyperkinesia: Abnormally increased muscle activity
· Depression
· Hypesthesia: Decreased sensitivity of the skin or senses
· Hypertonia: Excessive tone, tension or activity; high blood pressure

MUSCLES AND SKELETAL SYSTEM:
· ** Arthritis
· Leg cramps
· Bursitis: Inflammation of the bursa (fluid filled sacs throughout
the body)
· Tenosynovitis: Inflammation of a tendon sheath
· Myasthenia: Muscle fatigue, weakness, loss of muscle tone
· Tendinous contracture: Contraction of tendons
· Myositis: Inflammation of a voluntary muscle

SKIN, ARMS AND LEGS:
· Pruritus: Itching
· Contact dermatitis: Inflammation of the skin caused by an allergic
reaction to contact with a chemical, animal or vegetable substance
· Alopecia: Hair loss
· Dry skin
· Sweating
· Acne
· Urticaria: Rash with severe itching
· Eczema: Inflammation, itching, scabbing and burning of the skin
· Seborrhea: White discharge from the sebaceous glands
· Skin ulcer

UROGENITAL SYSTEM:
· ** Urinary tract infection
· Urinary frequency
· Cystitis: Inflammation of the bladder
· Hematuria: Blood in the urine
· Impotence
· Dysuria: Painful or difficult urination
· Kidney calculus: Kidney stones
· Nocturia: Excessive urination at night
· Epididymitis: Inflammation within the testicles
· Fibrocystic breast: Fibrous lumps in the breast
· Vaginal hemorrhage
· Albuminuria: Albumin (a protein) in the urine
· Breast enlargement
· Metrorrhagia: Intermittent uterine bleeding throughout the month
· Nephritis: Inflammation and degeneration of the kidneys
· Urinary incontinence
· Urinary retention
· Urinary urgency
· Abnormal ejaculation
· Uterine hemorrhage

SPECIAL SENSES:
· Amblyopia: Dimness of vision
· Tinnitus: Ringing or buzzing in the ears
· Dry eyes
· Refraction disorder
· Eye hemorrhage: Bleeding within the eye
· Deafness
· Glaucoma: Elevated pressure within the eye
· Parosmia: Changes in the sense of smell
· Loss of taste
· Taste perversion: Changes in the sense of taste


CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM:
· Palpitation: Rapid heartbeats that you can feel
· Vasodilatation: Dilation of the blood vessels
· Syncope: Sudden loss of strength or fainting
· Migraine
· Postural hypotension: Low blood pressure caused by changing position
too quickly
· Phlebitis: Inflammation of the veins
· Arrhythmia: Abnormal heart rhythm
· Angina Pectoris: Chest pain and a feeling of suffocation and
impending death
· Hypertension: High blood pressure

METABOLIC AND NUTRITIONAL DISORDERS:
· ** Peripheral edema: Swelling in the hands and feet
· Hyperglycemia: High blood sugar levels
· Increased Creatine Phosphokinase: Enzyme released due to damage of
the muscles of the heart, body and brain
· Gout: Excessive amounts of uric acid in the blood causing painful
joints
· Weight gain
· Hypoglycemia: Low blood sugar levels

BLOOD AND LYMPHATIC SYSTEMS:
· Ecchymosis: Abnormal bruising
· Anemia: Reduction in the number of red blood cells
· Lymphadenopathy: Disease of the lymph nodes
· Thrombocytopenia: Reduction in the number of blood platelets
· Petechia: A small, round, purplish red spot on the skin, caused by
bleeding under the skin, which later turns blue or yellow

ADVERSE EVENTS REPORTED AFTER LIPITOR WAS FIRST INTRODUCED:
· Anaphylaxis: An unusual reaction to a foreign substance in the body;
an antigen-antibody reaction
· Angioneurotic edema: Swelling in the deep layers of the skin,
including swelling of the lips, eyelids and tongue
· Bullous rashes: A rash with blisters
· Erythema Multiforme: Vivid red lesions on the skin
· Stevens-Johnson Syndrome: A disorder of the skin, with fever and
lesions of the mucous membranes of the mouth, anus, penis, etc.
· Toxic Epidermal Necrosis: Poisoning of the skin, leading to tissue
death
· Rhabdomyolysis: Disintegration of muscles, leading to excretion of
myoglobin in the urine; severe cases can lead to kidney failure

[Emma Chase VanCott]

mfg <mfgjones@yahoo.co.uk> wrote:
: fyfpoon@hotmail.com (francispoon) wrote in message news:<936eaee8.0312090331.2f2df0b2@posting.google.com>...
:> Please, what is the cure for tinnitus? Can it be forever controlled?
:>
:> Thanks,
:>
:> FP

: Are you taking a cholesterol lowering medication in the STATINS class?
: Statins can cause tinnitus. Read the side effect under "special
: senses" below, if you are taking lipitor, or any statin. This does not
: guarantee that is the cause in you, but it is something to consider.
: Many medications can cause tinnitus.


As an aside, aspirin can cause tinnitus. It's an anion gap thing.

Emma

[francispoon]

Mxsmanic <mxsmanic@hotmail.com> wrote in message news:<16ibtvsg9vg2gd9ubr0j3ekl7e4q1kbscq@4ax.com>...
> francispoon writes:
>
> > Please, what is the cure for tinnitus? Can it be forever controlled?
>
> Tinnitus is just a symptom. The cure, when there is one, depends on the
> cause.

Thank you for the very good answer. I know that whenever I have sex,
I have tinnitus and it does not go away without medicine. And the
medicine is meant to enrich my kidney. The latter is a herbalist
philosophy which most doctors trained in western medical science
either disagree or have no opinion. I am fortunate to be in a
position where I could consult both kinds of doctors and pick their
brains.

FP

[Mxsmanic]

francispoon writes:

> I know that whenever I have sex, I have tinnitus and it
> does not go away without medicine.

This is possibly suggestive of a cardiovascular cause, e.g.,
hypertension.

> And the medicine is meant to enrich my kidney.

Enrich?

--
Transpose hotmail and mxsmanic in my e-mail address to reach me directly.

[francispoon]

Thank you for the reply. I am taking Zestril which I took many years
ago with only the side effect of a hindered erection. Aside from
that, it is OK.

The less drug you take, the better off you are. But we do need drugs
for many illnesses.

MODERNATION IS THE KEY! HAVE A LIGHT DRINK!

FP



mfgjones@yahoo.co.uk (mfg) wrote in message news:<21749773.0312091326.51e96ecc@posting.google.com>...
> fyfpoon@hotmail.com (francispoon) wrote in message news:<936eaee8.0312090331.2f2df0b2@posting.google.com>...
> > Please, what is the cure for tinnitus? Can it be forever controlled?
> >
> > Thanks,
> >
> > FP
>
> Are you taking a cholesterol lowering medication in the STATINS class?
> Statins can cause tinnitus. Read the side effect under "special
> senses" below, if you are taking lipitor, or any statin. This does not
> guarantee that is the cause in you, but it is something to consider.
> Many medications can cause tinnitus. Check the side effects list for
> every drug you are taking at www.rxlist.com. Check also for the side
> effects of every supplement you are taking. Also ask your doctor if a
> short course of decongestantd would help you. But with your other
> health problems (shown on a search on your other posts) you should not
> do this without your doctor's approval. If your tinnitus is
> complicated by congestion due to mechanical problems in your sinuses,
> eustachian tube or ear, or by allergies, this may be your solution.
> For all actions, check with a physician. MFG
>
> Side Effects of Lipitor in Laymen's Terms
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> ADVERSE REACTIONS TO LIPITOR
>
> This is a summary of information taken from Pfizer's Lipitor
> advertisements, translated where necessary into laymen's terms. It
> describes the adverse reactions (i.e. side effects) noted in
> controlled clinical studies of 2,502 patients. The side effects are
> grouped by systems within the body. The side effects marked with a **
> occurred in 2% or more of the patients. The side effects without a **
> occurred in less than 2% of the patients. Where needed, definitions of
> the medical terms were taken from Dorland's Illustrated Medical
> Dictionary. Any errors are unintentional and my own. I hope you find
> this information helpful!
>
> BODY AS A WHOLE:
> · ** Chest pain
> · Face edema: Swelling of the face
> · Fever
> · Neck rigidity: Stiffness of the neck
> · Malaise: A vague feeling of body discomfort
> · Photosensitivity reaction: Sensitivity to light
> · Generalized edema: Swelling of the body
>
> DIGESTIVE SYSTEM:
> · ** Nausea
> · Gastroenteritis: Inflammation of the stomach and intestines
> · Abnormal liver function tests
> · Colitis: Inflammation of the colon or large intestine
> · Vomiting
> · Gastritis: Inflammation of the stomach
> · Dry mouth
> · Rectal hemorrhage: Heavy bleeding from the rectum
> · Esophagitis: Inflammation of the esophagus
> · Eructation: Belching, burping
> · Glossitis: Inflammation of the tongue
> · Mouth ulceration: Ulcers of the mouth
> · Anorexia: Lack of appetite for food
> · Increased appetite
> · Stomatitis: Inflammation of the lining of the mouth
> · Biliary pain: Gallbladder pain
> · Cheilitis: Inflammation on the lips
> · Duodenal ulcer
> · Dysphagia: Impaired speech
> · Enteritis: Inflammation of the small intestine
> · Melena: Bloody stools or vomit
> · Gum hemorrhage: Heavy bleeding of the gums
> · Stomach ulcer
> · Tenesmus: Staining during bowel movements or urination
> · Ulcerative stomatitis: Ulcers within the lining of the mouth
> · Hepatitis: Inflammation of the liver
> · Pancreatitis: Inflammation of the pancreas
> · Cholestatic jaundice: Yellowing of the skin due to a stoppage in the
> flow of bile
>
> RESPIRATORY SYSTEM:
> · ** Bronchitis: Inflammation of the bronchial tubes of the lungs
> · ** Rhinitis: Inflammation of the mucous membrane of the nose
> · Pneumonia: Inflammation of the lungs
> · Dyspnea: Difficulty breathing
> · Asthma: Wheezing or coughing attacks
> · Epistaxis: Nosebleeds
>
> NERVOUS SYSTEM:
> · ** Insomnia
> · ** Dizziness
> · Paresthesia: Burning or prickling sensations
> · Somnolence: Sleepiness, unnatural drowsiness
> · Amnesia
> · Abnormal dreams
> · Decreased libido
> · Emotional lability: Emotional instability
> · Incoordination
> · Peripheral neuropathy: Disturbances in the peripheral nervous system
> · Torticollis: Twisting of the neck
> · Facial paralysis
> · Hyperkinesia: Abnormally increased muscle activity
> · Depression
> · Hypesthesia: Decreased sensitivity of the skin or senses
> · Hypertonia: Excessive tone, tension or activity; high blood pressure
>
> MUSCLES AND SKELETAL SYSTEM:
> · ** Arthritis
> · Leg cramps
> · Bursitis: Inflammation of the bursa (fluid filled sacs throughout
> the body)
> · Tenosynovitis: Inflammation of a tendon sheath
> · Myasthenia: Muscle fatigue, weakness, loss of muscle tone
> · Tendinous contracture: Contraction of tendons
> · Myositis: Inflammation of a voluntary muscle
>
> SKIN, ARMS AND LEGS:
> · Pruritus: Itching
> · Contact dermatitis: Inflammation of the skin caused by an allergic
> reaction to contact with a chemical, animal or vegetable substance
> · Alopecia: Hair loss
> · Dry skin
> · Sweating
> · Acne
> · Urticaria: Rash with severe itching
> · Eczema: Inflammation, itching, scabbing and burning of the skin
> · Seborrhea: White discharge from the sebaceous glands
> · Skin ulcer
>
> UROGENITAL SYSTEM:
> · ** Urinary tract infection
> · Urinary frequency
> · Cystitis: Inflammation of the bladder
> · Hematuria: Blood in the urine
> · Impotence
> · Dysuria: Painful or difficult urination
> · Kidney calculus: Kidney stones
> · Nocturia: Excessive urination at night
> · Epididymitis: Inflammation within the testicles
> · Fibrocystic breast: Fibrous lumps in the breast
> · Vaginal hemorrhage
> · Albuminuria: Albumin (a protein) in the urine
> · Breast enlargement
> · Metrorrhagia: Intermittent uterine bleeding throughout the month
> · Nephritis: Inflammation and degeneration of the kidneys
> · Urinary incontinence
> · Urinary retention
> · Urinary urgency
> · Abnormal ejaculation
> · Uterine hemorrhage
>
> SPECIAL SENSES:
> · Amblyopia: Dimness of vision
> · Tinnitus: Ringing or buzzing in the ears
> · Dry eyes
> · Refraction disorder
> · Eye hemorrhage: Bleeding within the eye
> · Deafness
> · Glaucoma: Elevated pressure within the eye
> · Parosmia: Changes in the sense of smell
> · Loss of taste
> · Taste perversion: Changes in the sense of taste
>
>
> CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM:
> · Palpitation: Rapid heartbeats that you can feel
> · Vasodilatation: Dilation of the blood vessels
> · Syncope: Sudden loss of strength or fainting
> · Migraine
> · Postural hypotension: Low blood pressure caused by changing position
> too quickly
> · Phlebitis: Inflammation of the veins
> · Arrhythmia: Abnormal heart rhythm
> · Angina Pectoris: Chest pain and a feeling of suffocation and
> impending death
> · Hypertension: High blood pressure
>
> METABOLIC AND NUTRITIONAL DISORDERS:
> · ** Peripheral edema: Swelling in the hands and feet
> · Hyperglycemia: High blood sugar levels
> · Increased Creatine Phosphokinase: Enzyme released due to damage of
> the muscles of the heart, body and brain
> · Gout: Excessive amounts of uric acid in the blood causing painful
> joints
> · Weight gain
> · Hypoglycemia: Low blood sugar levels
>
> BLOOD AND LYMPHATIC SYSTEMS:
> · Ecchymosis: Abnormal bruising
> · Anemia: Reduction in the number of red blood cells
> · Lymphadenopathy: Disease of the lymph nodes
> · Thrombocytopenia: Reduction in the number of blood platelets
> · Petechia: A small, round, purplish red spot on the skin, caused by
> bleeding under the skin, which later turns blue or yellow
>
> ADVERSE EVENTS REPORTED AFTER LIPITOR WAS FIRST INTRODUCED:
> · Anaphylaxis: An unusual reaction to a foreign substance in the body;
> an antigen-antibody reaction
> · Angioneurotic edema: Swelling in the deep layers of the skin,
> including swelling of the lips, eyelids and tongue
> · Bullous rashes: A rash with blisters
> · Erythema Multiforme: Vivid red lesions on the skin
> · Stevens-Johnson Syndrome: A disorder of the skin, with fever and
> lesions of the mucous membranes of the mouth, anus, penis, etc.
> · Toxic Epidermal Necrosis: Poisoning of the skin, leading to tissue
> death
> · Rhabdomyolysis: Disintegration of muscles, leading to excretion of
> myoglobin in the urine; severe cases can lead to kidney failure

[greenknees]

Mine stopped when I stopped taking that darn "asprin a day".
T.

[francispoon]

Mxsmanic <mxsmanic@hotmail.com> wrote in message news:<8lcdtvoiimojgacan7m0n57ieud9iksq8o@4ax.com>...
> francispoon writes:
>
> > I know that whenever I have sex, I have tinnitus and it
> > does not go away without medicine.
>
> This is possibly suggestive of a cardiovascular cause, e.g.,
> hypertension.

But mine is currently under control. It is under control by taking
medication twice a day. I wonder if there is something to do with it.

I take 10mg of Zestril and One tablet of Lodoz in the morning and then
at around 2pm, i take another 25 mg of a short-lived betalog. By two
o'clock in the morning, the ringing wakes me up. I wonder if this has
something to do with the expiration of the short-lived betalog.
However, my blood pressure at 5pm or 3 hours after taking the second
pill, the reading is 125/75. Even the doctor suggests me to drop the
second pill or that 25 mg betalog. But without that, my blood
pressure could reach as high as 160/100 by 3pm. The doctor says it is
my 'psychological dependence'. I am trying to trim my second
medication bit by bit and see how it goes.

>
> > And the medicine is meant to enrich my kidney.
>
> Enrich?

Yes, enrich. According to the herbalist philosophy, a weak kidney is
what gives rise to tinnitus.

Rdg.,

FP