how I cured (most of) my tinnitus

Summary

The speaker shares their personal experience with tinnitus and high-frequency hearing loss, particularly around 6,000 Hz. They discuss the use of an app and AirPods Pro to self-test hearing and document changes. After starting a supplement called KSM-66 ashwagandha, they claim significant improvement in hearing and tinnitus, urging others to research this potential remedy for stress-related tinnitus, while emphasizing the importance of personal research and safety.

Takeaways

• 👂 The speaker has bilateral tinnitus in the high frequency range, specifically around 6,000 Hz.
• 📈 They have provided two audiograms from July 2021 and January 2023 to demonstrate their hearing condition.
• 🔍 Despite the second audiogram appearing slightly better, the speaker clarifies that their hearing worsened due to the test using a modulation wave sound.
• 📱 The speaker uses an app on their phone and AirPods Pro to self-test their hearing, noting the results are not perfectly accurate.
• 💊 They started taking a supplement called KSM-66, which they believe has helped improve their tinnitus and hearing.
• ⚠️ The speaker emphasizes the importance of doing one's own research on the supplement and being aware of potential side effects.
• 📉 The speaker noticed a significant improvement in their hearing tests done with AirPods after starting the supplement.
• 🗣️ They report an improvement in understanding speech and a decrease in the volume and 'attitude' of the tinnitus.
• 🤔 The speaker is unsure of the long-term effects of the supplement and plans to stop taking it to observe any changes.
• 🧠 They theorize that anxiety and depression might contribute to tinnitus in young people and suggests that the supplement, used for stress and anxiety, might help.
• 💡 The speaker encourages others with similar issues to consider trying the supplement after doing their own research and offers to share an update on their condition in the future.

Q & A

What is the speaker experiencing with their hearing?

The speaker is experiencing tinnitus, particularly in the high-frequency range around 6,000 Hz, along with mild to severe hearing loss in the same frequency range.

What method did the speaker use to test their hearing?

The speaker used an app on their phone, possibly called 'hearing test,' and conducted the tests using AirPods Pro.

How does the speaker describe the reliability of the hearing tests they performed using their phone?

The speaker acknowledges that the tests are not perfectly reliable, as they are conducted with headphones and the frequencies may not be accurately calibrated.

What supplements did the speaker start taking to address their tinnitus and hearing loss?

The speaker started taking a supplement called KSM-66, which is an ashwagandha supplement.

What was the recommended dosage of the supplement according to the speaker?

The recommended dosage of the supplement is 500 milligrams a day, but the speaker initially took 1,000 milligrams and later reduced it to 600 milligrams a day.

How has the supplement affected the speaker's tinnitus and hearing?

The speaker noticed a significant improvement in their tinnitus, with it becoming quieter and less frequent, and an improvement in their hearing, allowing them to better understand speech.

What was the speaker's theory regarding the cause of tinnitus in young people?

The speaker theorizes that anxiety and depression might be contributing factors to tinnitus in young people, based on the use of the supplement for stress relief.

What advice does the speaker give regarding trying the supplement?

The speaker advises to do one's own research, be aware of potential side effects, and not to rely solely on their personal experience when considering trying the supplement.

What is the cost of the supplement according to the speaker?

The speaker mentions that the supplement is relatively inexpensive, costing around 10 dollars for a month's supply or possibly less.

Does the speaker plan to continue using the supplement?

The speaker is unsure about long-term use of the supplement due to potential side effects of becoming numb, and they may stop using it in the future.

What is the speaker's intention regarding sharing their experience?

The speaker intends to possibly make an update video to share whether their condition improves or changes over the next few weeks.

Outlines

00:00

🦻 Tinnitus and Hearing Loss Management

The speaker discusses his personal experience with bilateral tinnitus in the high-frequency range, specifically around 6,000 Hz. He mentions undergoing audiograms in July 2021 and January 2023, which showed consistent high-frequency hearing loss. Despite the second test appearing slightly better due to the use of modulation in the test, the speaker clarifies that his hearing worsened over time. He used an app on his phone and AirPods Pro to monitor changes in his hearing as he tried various remedies. The speaker introduces the use of ashwagandha supplements (KSM-66), which he started taking a month ago, and shares his subjective improvement in hearing and tinnitus reduction. He emphasizes the importance of doing personal research and not taking his word as medical advice.

05:02

📈 Improvements in Hearing and Tinnitus After Supplement Use

The speaker provides a detailed account of his hearing tests conducted in December 2022 and compares them to more recent tests, noting a significant improvement in his high-frequency hearing. He acknowledges the limitations of self-administered tests using headphones but asserts that the difference in test results is substantial, with a 40% increase in hearing levels. He shares his noticeable improvement in understanding speech and the reduction in tinnitus volume and frequency. The speaker suggests that the ashwagandha supplement may have contributed to these improvements, possibly due to its stress-relieving properties, and hypothesizes that anxiety and depression might be linked to tinnitus in young people. He advises viewers to research the supplement and consider trying it, while also cautioning against long-term use without further investigation.

10:05

🤞 Hopes for Continued Progress and Sharing Experiences

In the final paragraph, the speaker expresses his intention to update his audience on any changes in his hearing and tinnitus condition. He hopes that his experience might be helpful to others dealing with similar issues and encourages those who have tried the supplement to share their outcomes. The speaker reflects on the tiring nature of living with tinnitus and the significant impact the recent improvements have had on his quality of life. He maintains a cautious and informative tone, reiterating the importance of personal research and a balanced approach to supplement use.

Keywords

💡Bilateral Tinnitus

Bilateral Tinnitus refers to the perception of ringing or noise in both ears. It is a common condition that can be caused by various factors, including exposure to loud noises, ear infections, or age-related hearing loss. In the video, the speaker mentions having bilateral tinnitus in the high-frequency range, particularly around 6,000 Hz, which is a significant theme of the video as they discuss their personal experience and treatment.

💡High Frequency Range

The high frequency range typically refers to the upper limit of human hearing, which is around 20,000 Hz. In the context of the video, the speaker discusses experiencing tinnitus and hearing loss in the high-frequency range, specifically mentioning 6,000 Hz, indicating a focus on the impact of these conditions on their ability to hear certain sounds clearly.

💡Audiograms

An audiogram is a visual representation of a person's hearing ability, showing the loudness levels at which they can hear tones of different frequencies. The speaker mentions having done audiograms to document their hearing loss and tinnitus, using them as evidence of their condition and to track changes over time.

💡Hearing Loss

Hearing loss refers to an inability to hear sounds at a normal level or to hear certain frequencies that others can hear. The speaker describes having mild to severe hearing loss in the high-frequency range, which is a central issue they address in the video as they discuss their journey to manage this condition.

💡Supplements

Supplements in this context refer to nutritional or herbal products taken to improve health or address specific conditions. The speaker mentions taking a supplement called KSM-66, which contains ashwagandha, to help manage their tinnitus and hearing loss, suggesting it as a potential solution for others experiencing similar issues.

💡Ashwagandha

Ashwagandha is a plant native to India and North Africa, and its root is used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine to help reduce stress and anxiety. The speaker discusses using a supplement containing ashwagandha to potentially alleviate their tinnitus symptoms, highlighting its use in stress management and its possible impact on their condition.

💡Modulation

In the context of audio testing, modulation refers to the variation in amplitude, frequency, or phase of a wave, as opposed to a constant sound. The speaker mentions that their second audiogram test used modulation instead of a constant sound, which affected the appearance of their hearing results on the audiogram.

💡Hearing Test App

A hearing test app is a software application designed to assess a person's hearing ability using their smartphone. The speaker uses a hearing test app on their phone, along with AirPods Pro, to self-test and monitor changes in their hearing, indicating a personal approach to managing their condition.

💡Dosage

Dosage refers to the amount of a medication or supplement that is taken at any one time or over a specific period. The speaker discusses adjusting the dosage of their ashwagandha supplement from 1,000 mg to 600 mg per day, based on the recommended dosage and their personal experience.

💡Cordisol Level

Cordisol, also known as cortisol, is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands in response to stress. The speaker suggests that the supplement they took may have helped by reducing cortisol levels, which could potentially alleviate stress-related symptoms like tinnitus, although they admit to not being certain about the exact mechanism.

💡Quality of Life

Quality of life refers to an individual's general well-being and satisfaction with various aspects of their life. The speaker mentions a significant improvement in their quality of life after starting the supplement, indicating that managing their tinnitus and hearing loss has had a positive impact on their overall life experience.

Highlights

The individual has bilateral tinnitus in the high frequency range, specifically around 6,000 Hz.

They experienced a gradual worsening of their tinnitus and hearing issues over time.

They underwent audiogram tests in July 2021 and January 2023, showing persistent high-frequency hearing loss.

The more recent audiogram appeared slightly better due to a modulation wave sound test, but the individual felt their hearing worsened.

They used an app and AirPods Pro to self-test their hearing, acknowledging the potential inaccuracies of this method.

The individual began taking ashwagandha supplements (KSM-66) to address their tinnitus and hearing loss.

They experienced noticeable improvements in their hearing and tinnitus after starting the supplement.

The tinnitus became quieter and less frequent in the affected frequency range after supplementation.

They caution about the potential side effects of the supplement and advise others to do their own research.

The individual suggests that stress and anxiety might be contributing factors to tinnitus in young people.

Ashwagandha is known for its use in reducing stress and anxiety levels.

The supplement is affordable, with a month's supply costing around $10 or less.

They plan to potentially stop taking the supplement due to concerns about long-term use.

The individual will monitor their condition over the next few weeks to see if the improvements persist.

They express hope that their experience might help others dealing with similar issues.

The individual intends to make an update video to share further developments in their condition.

Transcripts

okay so I have bilateral uh tenes uh in

the high frequency range uh I'm assuming

somewhere in the

6,000

uh

um

htz uh I'm going to be as short as I can

be I hope I'm short but um I'm going to

tell you what I did uh and how I managed

to uh fix or cure uh most of my

tenus um in the past month or so so um

here's like two audiograms I did uh so I

can just prove you guys I don't know

maybe I don't know I just want to be

completely transparent uh that I had

tenus and I have mild to I don't know

severe hearing loss in the 6K I don't

know this high frequency range so the

first one was made in um Fe I think

February no it was on um July 2021 the

second one in uh 2023 um January so two

years ago and one year ago about I don't

know uh now um so they are pretty much

this they show the pretty much the same

thing uh high frequency loss but you

might notice that um uh the more recent

one uh looks slightly better um but it's

actually not the case

because um so I was the second test was

done with uh I don't know it's probably

called modulation or something so I I

told the the the person who did the test

that I have tenet test and they uh so

instead of a constant sound they did

like a modulation wave sound and uh uh

that's why it looks like it's slightly

improved but in reality um I was uh

hearing worse uh and worse and I was

like having trouble understanding what

people were saying so uh uh I like I'm

not sure uh if every like anything

changed in my hearing uh like in between

these two tests but I can tell you for

sure that it didn't

improve uh but anyway bottom line is I I

have and I've been having like hearing

Lo in in the high frequency range and

the tenus was the same in the 6K range

and then in this range it was constant

and by lateral uh now

okay so um what I used to test my

hearing uh to see if things change

because I've been trying a lot of things

is uh an app uh on my phone it's called

I'm not sure what it's

called um I don't know hearing something

hearing test

uh now let me see if I can just Google

it

uh yeah this app uh what I'm using to

test my hearing is airpods

pro so I've been using them for for like

two years or so I don't know the point

is uh these frequencies are not um I

don't know calibrated or like I yeah

because um if you if you look at like um

the the the audiogram and you compare it

to the one made on the phone you can see

that uh um the the the low frequencies

are way um more in a straight line

compared to these

uh right so the the what I'm trying to

say is that the frequencies are not

necessarily accurate I was trying to

make a frequent tests with the airpods

because that's what what I had uh but I

wanted to see if things change because I

was trying like different stuff uh okay

so like a month ago I uh I found out

about um these supplements um basically

ashwag gandha they're called uh you

don't I mean I'm

not like you can look into the substance

whatever it's called I don't know so

it's KSM

66 um I'm not like feeling I don't care

I don't even recommend it uh I mean do

your own research that that's what I'm

trying to say this thing helped me but

it might not help you and there's like

side effects maybe just look them up um

do your own research okay and just be

safe uh but anyway so I was uh I I

started taking these um exactly a month

ago so I I I took like one a day and uh

I few two weeks ago I think I started

taking two and then I dropped it back to

one uh so I think the recommended dosage

is like 500 millgram a day but I was

taking like 1,000 and now now I'm taking

like 600 milligrams a day uh the point

is so this this is a test right done in

December 12th 2022 uh this is uh 10 days

ago okay October 20

20th uh and this is uh on the 25 uh 4

days ago now if you compare

the the images uh the the the tests uh

you can see that there's a really big

difference uh between um the test

basically there's a big Improvement uh

now obviously these are not that

reliable okay the tests um they they're

not perfect right I do them with the

airpods uh but the point is I mean it's

a pretty big uh difference right we're

not talking about 5 DB it's about like

uh on the high frequencies at least

we're in in a

55 uh negative and uh the more recent

ones are in the 35 to 30 so like a 40%

difference uh uh increase

um now uh that aside right what can I uh

what I can say for sure is that uh I

have noticed so I was having issues

understanding people right CU yeah I

mean I have M moderate hearing loss

um in in the last few weeks I've noticed

that I don't have that issue anymore I I

I almost always understand what people

are saying like talking

um I've also noticed that um the tenet

is is way

quieter uh but I mean the the thing is

subjective right

so it might just be see but the the

thing is

um what I can say is that um maybe not

necessarily decrease in volume which

probably it also did increase but I've

noticed that it it's probably increased

in um attitude I don't know I guess

um so it's basically narrowed that's

what I'm trying to say is that

um it's not in volume it's in and the

the the numbers of frequencies uh I was

uh hearing at the same time with my

tenus basically that's I don't know I I

hope it makes

sense uh I'm I'm not sure what's going

to happen like next so I you can't

really take the uh supplement um for a

long period of time because I don't know

you become numb or something uh so I

would probably I'm I'm probably going to

stop

um but

um I'm I'm just curious to see what's

going to happen next and then the next

few weeks the point is like I said uh if

you have tenus uh if you have like

hearing loss and you're like young and

it like doesn't really make sense for

you to have like hearing loss and tenus

uh maybe look into it I mean this is uh

basically uh it's used for stress uh so

I

think

uh so what it does is it decreases the

cord is all level I think um yeah just

don't quote me I don't really know what

I'm talking about the point is uh it's

used for anxiety okay and my Theory

based on absolutely nothing is that um a

lot of young people have ten it this

because of the anxiety and like

depression and stuff like that uh again

uh I'm not aili I don't care please

don't do do your research don't trust me

because I'm just another guy on the

internet uh but I mean this is like

cheap it's like 10 bucks for a month or

worth of pills probably less I don't

know uh just just Google the substance

look into it maybe find the the

supplement um give it a try maybe it

might work for you or not um if it

doesn't work I'm sorry if it does I mean

I hope it helped so uh yeah I mean I

really hope it helps because I mean the

change I've noticed in the past few

weeks are like and the quality of life

has uh has changed a lot for me at least

so uh yeah but anyway so so I try to I

don't know be as as uh objective as I

can when with with these uh tests and

stuff like that again obviously it's not

going to be that accurate because I do

these tests myself with uh headphones

right um so yeah it's not going to be

perfect but um in my opinion uh I think

that this supplements really helped me a

lot and they actually work with denus

uh again I'm curious to see if if any of

you guys have tried it and if it worked

for you uh if not I'm sorry if uh it did

work I'm glad because I've been dealing

with this thing for like a few years and

it like it it's like like really really

tiring to live with

so uh yeah anyway

so I I will maybe make an update video

at some point to see if things change or

like improve or not uh but uh yeah

that's that's what I wanted to to say

and maybe it can help you guys so uh

yeah good luck