Botox as a cure for tinnitus?
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Evaluation of botox in treatment of tinnitus - Fulltext via TOUResolver\nKR Stidham, JB Roberson Jr, P Solomon - OTOLARYNGOLOGY AND HEAD AND NECK SURGERY, 2004 - Mosby; 1999 \nWeb Search - BL Direct \n\nSuccessful Treatment of a Postpolio Tinnitus with Type A Botulinum Toxin. - Fulltext via TOUResolver - group of 3 »\nP Scolozzi, E Carrera, B Jaques, T Kuntzer - Laryngoscope, 2005 - laryngoscope.com \n... More cases have to be studied to better understand the role of the intramuscular\nBotox injections in the treatment of tinnitus related to hyperactivity of the ... \nWeb Search \n\nA Year’s Worth of Tinnitus Research 2004-2005\nDC Nucleus - ata.org \n... In a double-blind study by researcher Stidham, 26 tinnitus patients were injected\naround the outside of the most-affected ear with either Botox or a placebo. ... \nView as HTML - Web Search
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There are prescription meds that help.  I recently read about Botox injections helping sweaty hands.  Trying an antiperspirant applied to your palms may help and it won't cost much.
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They have now applied BOTOX in the pits to stop sweating for 6 months or more.  Maybe something to consider.  It is VERY effective.  A one or two times a year treatment option sounds very good too.
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ringing in the ear can be caused by many things and the best way to treat it is to first find out what is causing the problem.  this requires extensive testing done by someone with experience and education.  there are some drugs but the etiology would need to be confirmed before drug treatment can be attempted.  There is nothing so new and revolutionary that i have heard or read about.  You still need to get a profesional opinion on this one.
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Chinese Medicine is capable of treating this problem, especially if the noise is loud. Find a licenced acupuncturist in your area, don't go for medical acupuncturist (i.e. M.D. trained in acupuncture, they spend only 200 hours learning this, while licenced acupuncturists study for about 3000 hours - the longest Graduate program in the country LOL)\nGood luck
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If switching to antiperspirant doesn't help and you have enough money, you can go to a doctor who injects Botox into your sweat glands for this problem.  It's expensive though.
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Try finding someone that does "Ear Candling"\n\nIts a hollow bees wax candle that gets placed in your ear canal the other end is then lit on fire........this creates a vacuum effect (it DOES NOT hurt, i get it done all the time) \nWhat it does is pull out all the old ear wax, old and new infection, helps eliminate: "sinus infections", colds, headaches/migraines, sore throats.....and basically any form of  "head/ear/throat" infections or problems.\nThis has been practised for 1000's of years......the Egyptians used hollowed our reeds.\nDo the research......you'll love it once you get it done (I promise)\n\nStay away from antibiotics...all they do is kill all bacteria in your body (good and bad) it does help for a while.....but all it does is mask what is REALLY causing the problem. It treats the symptoms NOT the problem.\nStart by going to a health food store or a naturalpath and ask for  "acidophilus " all it does is promote the growth of the GOOD bacteria in your body making it stronger then the bad.....it doesnt kill anything just makes your immune system stronger. When your immune system is strong you can fight off infections much easier and faster!!!\nAlso:\nAll acidophilus products are not created equal. \nYou can pay less, but you won’t get more.\n\nGOOD LUCK!!!!!!!
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this has worked for me and my kids for 15 years now EVERY TIME...\n\nYou have someone plug your ears while you guzzle water. Keep swallowing for about 5 good chugs. If you are alone, you can plug your own ears and drink thru a straw. \nTrust me, once you try this you will never need another cure.
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Many people experience an occasional ringing (or roaring, hissing, buzzing, or tinkling) in their ears (see an illustration of the ear). The sound usually lasts only a few minutes. If it becomes persistent, you may have tinnitus. Tinnitus is most common in people over age 40. It affects men more often than women.\n\nThere are two main types of tinnitus:\n\nVibratory tinnitus is often caused by mechanical sounds created by muscle contractions near the ear, changes in the ear canal, or blood flow (vascular) problems involving the face or neck. You may hear sounds such as your own pulse or the contractions of your muscles. \nNonvibratory tinnitus is caused by problems in the central or peripheral nerves involved with hearing. You may hear sounds in one or both ears. Sometimes this type of tinnitus is described as coming from inside the head. \n\nTinnitus is usually caused by prolonged exposure to loud noise (acoustic trauma), which damages to the nerves in the inner ear. However, tinnitus can occur with all types of hearing loss and may be a symptom of almost any ear disorder. Other possible causes of tinnitus include:\n\nA buildup of earwax. \nMedications, especially antibiotics or large amounts of aspirin. \nDrinking an excessive amount of alcohol or caffeinated beverages. \nHearing loss that may accompany aging (presbycusis). \nEar infections or eardrum rupture. \nDental or other problems affecting the mouth, such as temporomandibular (TM) problems. \nInjuries, such as whiplash or a direct blow to the ear or head. \nInjury to the inner ear following surgery or radiation therapy to the head or neck. \nA rapid change in environmental pressure (barotrauma). \nSevere weight loss from malnutrition or excessive dieting. \nRepeated exercise with the neck in a hyperextended position, such as when bicycle riding. \nBlood flow (vascular) problems, such as carotid atherosclerosis, AV malformations, and high blood pressure (hypertension). \nNerve problems (neurologic disorders), such as multiple sclerosis or migraine headache. \nOther diseases. These may include: \nAcoustic neuroma.\nAnemia.\nLabyrinthitis.\nMénière's disease.\nOtosclerosis.\nThyroid disease.\nMost tinnitus that comes and goes (intermittent) does not require medical treatment. However, if tinnitus is accompanied by other symptoms, becomes persistent, or starts to localize to one ear, a visit to a health professional usually is needed. Often there is no cure for tinnitus, but your health professional can help you learn how to live with the problem.
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Hi,\n\nHope You and family are fine.\n\nThere can 2 things.\n\n1. Tinnitus : Best described as an acoustic like feeling generated somewhere in the human body. Objective Tinnitus can be heard by the patient and the by the examiner.  It may be caused by spasms-like movement of the small bones in the middle ear, spontaneous movement of the soft palate and sometimes by sounds generated in the cochlea (where the hearing nerves are located.) Subjective tinnitus is best defined as an acoustic-like sensation that is heard only by the patient and not by anyone else. Its cause lies somewhere in the auditory system.\n\nBut it should be persistant, in Your case I its not persistent and only occur while You are walking then it may be SEISMIC EFFECT, That is walking itself produces a jarring motion that may create movement of the small bones or contractions muscles in the middle ear.\n\nIn order to test this hypothesis, consider doing the following: I) Walk slowly (with minimal jarring) and determine if the clicking sensation is present. 2) Then walk at your normal pace and determine if the clicking returns. 3) Move head up and down slowly and notice if the clicking is absent or present. 4). Then, vigorously, move your head up and down and determine if the clicking sound returns.\n\nAnother suggestion is to do the following: If you use hearing aids, take them off and then walk a brief distance and see if the clicking occurs. Put them on and follow the same procedure. If there is no clicking when the hearing aids are not worn, and it is present when they are, it is quite possible that the seismic effect is causing the problem. \n\nAt any rate, what you are describing does not appear to be a harbinger of something that should be of great concern. However, if it is a constant concern, by all means consult an ear specialist.\n\nA word of caution: Regardless of the cause of the perceived sound, even though it is benign, constant, negative attention to that sound can create emotional disturbance. If a medical examination finds no evidence of a physical or medical problem, then be assured the clicking sound offers no threat to the quality of life. \n\nHope that answers Your question.\n\nWarm regards,\n\nTanvir.
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Tinnitus          \nit is called Tinnitus\n \nTinnitus, or 'ringing in the ears', refers to hearing sounds such as tones, whistling, wind rushing, crickets, etc. that aren't acoustically generated. In other words, a person with Tinnitus can hear them in a quiet room. The most common Tinnitus sound is a tone.\n\nMost people experience a temporary Tinnitus condition at some point in their life, such as after a loud concert, or as a complication to an inner ear infection. Unfortunately for more than 16% of the adult population, this condition is chronic - it never goes away. Of the 50+ million people in North America with chronic Tinnitus, 12 million have a severe case. For these people it is not unusual to perceive a tone greater than 90 dB-SPL. Note that 80dB-SPL is the level in industry at which a hearing conservation program is required. (Room-level conversation is typically 65 dB-SPL and a jet engine is around 110 dB-SPL) \n\nChronic Tinnitus can be caused in a number of ways: an over-exposure to constant loud or explosive noise (on the job exposure is a common source), reaction to medication, a head injury (car crashes are a common source), complication of illness, and others. \n\nOne of the most common complaints related to Tinnitus is that it adversely affects sleeping patterns. Sufferers find they can't get to sleep in a quiet room because of the annoying sound they perceive in their head. For many, this results in being progressively sleep deprived, and can start a downward spiral in psychological health. The reality is that Tinnitus is the only hearing affliction where anxiety, depression, and contemplating suicide are normal psychological complications. For most sufferers, their perceived level of Tinnitus is not constant and can worsen from exposure to high intensity noise, negative emotional pressures, heavy physical exertion, caffeine, salt, tobacco, allergens, and certain medications. Note that a common complication of aspirin for Tinnitus sufferers is that it temporarily worsens (makes louder) their Tinnitus. \n\nOutside of a cure, the most common desire of Tinnitus sufferers is to be able to control their Tinnitus rather than have it control them. A major factor in this is being able to sleep well and have the energy to face Tinnitus every day. When Tinnitus sufferers feel they have control, they are able to lead productive lives and many are able to get off all medications. The key to getting control is working with an audiologist to establish a personal Tinnitus management program. \n\nA Tinnitus Management program is a set of coping strategies that may vary depending on the level of activity and environment. It rarely is a one-component program. Typical program components include hearing aids, masking, residual inhibition, dietary and lifestyle changes, counseling, and support groups
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no cure ringing ears; if you haven't had kids yet your in for a treat.  It turns out, that your offsprings scream is perfectly tuned to crap out your ear drums. \n\nIf your hearing voices see a doctor. \n\nHa \nif you find a cure IM me.  I'd like to know.\nGood Luck
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Sure there is\nBotulinum toxin injection is one of the best local treatment for this condition\nI'm a neurosurgeon and I manage a lot of cases with excellent results
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I heard that Botox can shrink the pores and lessen excessive sweating. But, I don't know if that applies to hands and feet. You need to talk to a dermatologist, that can make reccomendations or referrals.
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I think other answers are great but these methods will work only after you have the problem. \nPlease try to eliminate the root cause of the problem. Which in most cases is the overacidity. \nPlease look at my today's response under ringing of the years.\n- avoid or eliminate acidic foods; take papaya enzyme, calcium and magnesium to reduce existing acidity. also no whole grains please. try Jergens soap. also no hot shower please.\nyou may feel difference after 10 days \ngood luck
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I hear Botox injections can work well, but they need to be repeated every few months or so.
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Any sudden hearing loss should be evaluated by an Otolaryngologist (Ear, Nose & Throat) ASAP - the sooner you treat it, the more effective treatment will be.  Be as detailed as possible with your history and symptoms, especially medications, headaches, dizziness, tinnitus (noises in the ear).\n\nThe Piroxicam website says to contact your physician immediately if you experience ringing in your ears, but doesn't mention hearing loss:\nhttp://www.piroxicam.com/product_info_7.htm\n\nPotential causes could be an unrelated build-up of ear wax, or fluid in the middle-ear space behind the ear drum; or it could be an inner ear problem which may require antibiotic and/or steroid treatment.  \n**Again, it is crucial to get a prompt, accurate diagnosis, so see and Ear Specialist and make sure the evaluation includes a complete audiological evaluation to aid in diagnosis, and compare after treatment.**  \n\nCall your primary doctor and/or insurance company to find a specialist in your area that participates with your insurance, and call around to find one who can see you tomorrow morning, if at all possible.  Good luck, I hope you feel better soon!