RE: [Harp-L] Subject: TINNITUS - Ringing in the ears - hearing loss

["Steve Shaw" <moorcot@xxxxxxx>]

Hi Elizabeth

I've had tinnitus for 15 years, and about 10 years ago I had lots of tests, 
and thankfully I have a type of tinnitus that's not associated with hearing 
loss.  I have two permanent sounds in my right ear, one very high-pitched 
and the other a low rumble.  They are there all the time.  I'm no great 
believer in mind-over-matter, but in this particular instance it has worked 
for me.  I emphasise that I'm speaking very personally, and what works for 
me is not the basis of advice for anyone else.  But I decided that this 
scourge was for me and me alone to conquer.  Tinnitus support groups and the 
like are just not for me.  I now live quite happily with it, though absolute 
silence is a luxury I can rarely afford!  Harp content - listening to and 
playing music are exceptionally therapeutic.  Playing especially!

Steve



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