So frustrated
I have been struggling with tinnitus for a long time now and I am so frustrated with people. They clearly do not understand what it is like for me to be 1) hearing impaired and 2) dealing with non-stop ringing noises in my head. People express their condolenses but when it comes to being sincere, they forget I am 1) hearing impaired and 2) suffering from severe or extreme tinnitus. They usually lash out at me for not paying better attention. I am constantly being belittled. I am beginning to feel angry all the time, the noise just doesn't let up.
I have been to one doctor after another, 3 ENTs included, who all said there is nothing that can be done. They tell me the nerves in my ears are dying, okay I get that, but they tell me there is nothing that can be done to stop the noise. They tell me that as the nerves die, the tinnitus will subside but so will my hearing. They can't tell me how long this will go on. I don't think I can keep going on like this. I need a relief from the constant screaming sound. NO ONE, INCLUDING THE MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS, UNDERSTANDS!
I am COMPLETELY frustrated, I have no hope in sight for relief. I'm continuing my search for a doctor that cares and will find a way to help me. AND I'm continuing my battle with the new insurance company that is finding ways to deny me coverage for medicines I need to stay healthy. I have extreme allergies and unable to take ANY anti-inflammatory and MOST pain reliever medications. The insurance company, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, states that I have to show a history of allergic reactions and my former insurance company, Aetna, is not cooperating in providing the records. Mostly because I'm dealing with people on the other end of the phone who are "underpaid and overworked".
I joined this website to see if I would get some support. Haven't heard from anyone nor has anyone reached out that would make a difference. Guess I shouldn't be surprised.
I have been to one doctor after another, 3 ENTs included, who all said there is nothing that can be done. They tell me the nerves in my ears are dying, okay I get that, but they tell me there is nothing that can be done to stop the noise. They tell me that as the nerves die, the tinnitus will subside but so will my hearing. They can't tell me how long this will go on. I don't think I can keep going on like this. I need a relief from the constant screaming sound. NO ONE, INCLUDING THE MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS, UNDERSTANDS!
I am COMPLETELY frustrated, I have no hope in sight for relief. I'm continuing my search for a doctor that cares and will find a way to help me. AND I'm continuing my battle with the new insurance company that is finding ways to deny me coverage for medicines I need to stay healthy. I have extreme allergies and unable to take ANY anti-inflammatory and MOST pain reliever medications. The insurance company, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, states that I have to show a history of allergic reactions and my former insurance company, Aetna, is not cooperating in providing the records. Mostly because I'm dealing with people on the other end of the phone who are "underpaid and overworked".
I joined this website to see if I would get some support. Haven't heard from anyone nor has anyone reached out that would make a difference. Guess I shouldn't be surprised.
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