Over 20 yrs as MT. Can't hear with any background noise, T.V. blares and have tinnitus. (nm)
Posted By: Eh???? on 2005-10-02
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Oh yeah, after 26 yrs, I have tinnitus and the T.V. blares so loud the neighbors comment about it.
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I have tinnitus, so I can either listen to people in the background or the "crickets" in my he
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Worked in clinic for 30 yrs and have tinnitus. I am used to back ground noise, hard to work
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Background noise!
Have to voice my very, very most reviled pet peeve about transcription, and it seems to be getting worse. The nurses gabbing, cackling, gossiping, laughing in the background. Makes me crazy. Thankx 
I have bilateral tinnitus and HATE it. White noise or radio softly on helps get my mind off of it.
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Doesn't help with background noise.
I have been using Turtle Beach for quite a while now. It does help clarify the actual dictators voice with normal settings; however, if you start messing with the background noise reduction settings all it will do is distort the dictators voice. Trust me. I have played around with the settings alot b/c one of my docs likes to rattle his x-rays around as he looks at them. Ouch! My ears!
Does pathology dictation always have LOUD background noise?
I went for an interview and I was given some trial dictations regarding gross specimens and the background noise was HORRIBLE. There was more background noise than dictator's voice. I asked about that and was told "Oh, that's the way it has always been. The lab is just noisy." I inquired further and they admitted the doctor uses a speaker phone type arrangement and the noise of the ventilating fans, electrical equipment, etc. is what creates the overpowering background noise. But the lab director insisted that there was no other way, as they doctor needs both hands free when cutting up the specimen. Is that true?
Same thing here. I have chronic tinnitus and hear crickets
when it gets really really acute with sinusitis to go with it. People think I am crazy when I tell them I hear crickets but that's what it sounds like.
tinnitus
There are various things you can try. First talk to your doctor. There are some medications you can try as well.
I've had tinnitus for years (Meniere's Syndrome).
I wish you a lot of luck!
tinnitus
try getting a background noise machine, white noise. it helps with trying to sleep. if you can't afford it try putting your radio not on a channel and just the static at low volume. sometimes this works. decrease aspirin as this causes it also.
tinnitus
Someone in my family went to the dr. this week for a flare-up. She was told to cut out salt and dairy (allergy) and was given a steroid Rx briefly which cut out the flareup within one day. It is awful, especially in this profession. I think the sulfites in wine cause a flare-up as well but wouldn't dare mention that.
Tinnitus
B complex vitamins helped me get rid of tinnitus.
I have tinnitus also, but only
in my left ear. I spoke with my Dr. about it, and unfortunately there isn't really anything you can do about it. I do know that taking a lot of Tylenol or aspirin on a daily basis can contribute to tinnitus. It's very annoying. Having some *white noise* in the background can help at night when you are trying to sleep and everything is quiet. That is when it is the worst for me because everything is so quiet. The tinnitus seems even louder and it makes it hard to get to sleep. Other than that, I don't really have any other suggestions. You may want to mention it to your doctor though next time you see him/her. They may recommend you see an ENT just to make sure there is no underlying problem that could be causing it.
Me, for one... and tinnitus. sm
Don't have the details of my testing in front of me, but I had high frequency loss that bumped me just out of what's considered low normal.
The bigger problem for me is the tinnitus. Drives me up a wall, and has done a number on this former musician's ability to enjoy listening to music. First I get CTS so I can't play my instruments, and then I have tinnitus. Sigh.
Tinnitus
I am going on 37 years as an MT and started having problems with a popping in my ears in 1996. It has improved some in the last year, but I still occasionally have problems and it can be painful. If I tip my head in a certain direction, that will sometimes relieve it. I have found that it will bother me when I lie down too, but stuffing some cotton in my ears helped so I could sleep. Interesting... :)
Karen
tinnitus
I had this a couple of years ago. When my hearing started going, I went to my doctor who found a severe ear infection. I had no pain so didn't seek help before that. After a couple of rounds of antibiotics, I'm fine. I was very religious about cleaning my ears with hydrogen peroxide, Q-Tips, etc before that which might have even set me up for that infection. I resorted to a washcloth only and am back to normal. Good luck with this and hope your problem is no more severe than mine.
how do you transcribe with tinnitus?
due to the german measles. I've been transcribing for 15 years. Lately I have crinkle/pop sound in my good ear. I have thought about chronic use of my good ear and think I'll get an audiogram.
Tinnitus/earphones
I too have tinnitus, for years, in my left ear, diagnosed with TMJ. Had audiology test, loss of hearing, to low tones in my left ear, nothing really helps. Doctor and audiologist do believe it is from all of these years of earphones. Some days it is better than other days, but sometimes drives me crazy, with the loud hissing noise. I turn the earphones down, hate loud noise, hurts my left ear. I was thinking of trying something homeopathic soon to help it. Audiologist did advise a booster for the earphones that you plug into the speakers on computer, going to try that also. Hope this info helps you. I have had it about 7 years now, have been a Transcriptionist for 35 years now, so I do believe they are related to each other.
tinnitus and headphone use?
Has anyone had progressive tinnitus during their career while using headphones? I would like to know if anyone out there has had increasing tinnitus, ear fullness, ear pain, slight loss of hearing, dizziness, or even diagnosed with Meniere's disease during their career? If so, how are you dealing with it? What precautions are you using now to prevent further damage? Thanks in advance!
Sitting like this all day is so bad for us. Plus, tinnitus is no fun...(NM)
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all of the above, and tinnitus, depression. (nm)
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Anyone know of a remedy or way to lessen tinnitus?
Hearing loss/tinnitus
I have been a MT for 19 years. I have started having a major problem with tinnitus lately. I know it is directly related to working because it eases up some after a couple of days off. At the end of my shift, the ringing much louder and I am very noise sensitive. Normal "kid" noises (I have 3 of them) are painful, and I find myself very short with my kids and constantly telling them my ears hurt and to please be quieter.
About 6 months ago I starting using JVC marshmallow earbuds like you would use with an IPOD. These are great because they block out almost all background noise and the sound is crisp and clean. About 5 months ago I started editing VR reports, in which the dictation is greatly speeded up, making the tone of the doctors voices much higher pitched. I keep the volume as low as I possibly can.
Has anyone ever experienced similar problems. I'm really becoming concerned I am doing permanent damage. I welcome any insight and suggestions. I am trying to go back to my "old-fashioned" headset and see if this helps. Thanks!
Tinnitus and carpal tunnel....
....plus a rotten and distrustful attitude toward the industry. Man, I'm so grateful to be old and retired!
Brain dead today - or is it hear hear? I'm going to bed.
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Marry me?! :) Seriously...hear, hear. Good post. - nm
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Hear, hear! I agree with Dakota - sm
The MTSO should be giving feedback to the hospital/doctors who slur, speak too rapidly, etc. They need to pull up their socks! And there's no reason why these doctors shouldn't be given an outline of what is expected from them when they dictate, such as cell phones, chewing food, candy, gum, etc.
noise
Mine are skipping pingskip ingipsk gnippiks along with bzzzzzzzz shhhhhhhh rrrrrrrrum
Noise
I have Philips brand for around $60. Be aware that noise canceling may imply that they drown out exterior noise, but from what I've learned, it actually means that it clarifies the sound coming into the headphones of crackles, etc. I can still hear my household noises clearly. I was disappointed in that aspect. They are comfortably padded and large to fit over the ears, but they don't drown out my kids, phone, etc.
As for the noise
I was hoping that if we could pinpoint which cars it is coming from, we could call the police out however many times it takes to get them to give a warning, then fine, then jail, then so on. This is disturbing the peace. The police around this area don't like to have to come out more than once for the same problem.
noise
in most areas there is a noise cut off usually about 10 pm - after that call the police station - not necesssarily 911, just the station. Normally they will come out and quite them down. Good luck
must have noise
I would probably save a ton on electricity but I keep the TV on in the background. Have to have noise. It is also something to look at when aggravated by really bad dictators that like to long pause or hold conversations with others while dictating - and these are numerous to me.
I have to have noise
I have the TV on when I work. Of course I can also hear the TV in the other room and my daughter playing when she's not in preschool. At night when I'm all alone I have to have the TV on. I can't stand the quiet.
noise(sm)
I used to complain but after years of practice, I learned to get over it, and take the attitude of who else would do these jerks? Made me a lot of money. Carry on!
Background
On microsoft word - My background is white, and I would like to change it to a darker color. The white is too bright and hurts my eyes. I had done it once before, but forgot how to do it. I do remember doing it through Control Panel?
Thanks
Yes, I keep it low in the background. nm
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not sure your background
but if i understand, you've had your training and can't get a job yet? If that is the case, i would highly recommend working on-site in a doctor's office, clinic, or hospital to get on-the-job experience before trying to work at home. I've been at this 30+ years and THAT is the way to get started, and have a good start.
ditto on the noise
your post made me laugh - i totally know, though, that it's not funny what you're going through because i've had the noise thing occur more times than I can count.
ditto on the noise
your post made me laugh - i totally know, though, that it's not funny what you're going through because i've had the noise thing occur more times than I can count.
White noise sm
I have a small TV and Bose radio/CD player in my office. I worked 30 years in a clinic setting and am just used to working with the sound of people around me. I have remotes to those two things, plus remote for ceiling fan/lite and DVD player on desk, lol. I think it might be time to get a universal remote.
I sometimes miss the noise of the sm
keyboard. I really liked the sound of the IBM wheelwriter. My kids use to say it sounded like shooting a gun when I would be in my office typing.
I concentrate better with a little noise
I have found my mind starts to wander if it is completely silent while I work. I also tend to hear the birds and incidental outside noises and get distracted. If I have the tv on with my back to it, it seems to keep me focused on my work. I don't quite get it but it works for me.
noise machines
If I may jump in here, they are sometimes also clock radios with nature sounds, or you can buy just the "noises" alone. Wal Mart sells them too and places line Linens N' Things. I have one with a white noise button because I'm a light sleeper, and it works great. Check the electronics dept.
Neighbor Noise
Any chance of selling your place and getting a little place in the country? We live far out and have high speed internet and only critter noise to deal with. Your hours are tough ones. Don't you hate those friends who call when they know you need to be sleeping and say, "I hope I didn't awaken you."
Me too, I can't stand noise.
When you say "clicks" can you describe? I am currently using the Compaq keyboard that came with the computer and it's the best so far with regard to "feel" layout, but its far from quiet. I'm not looking for total silence necessarily, but very very quiet (laptop like) would be outstanding.
Anyone? Anyone? Ferris?
Not the OP, but man I can't stand that noise! Need very
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are these the ones that cancel out outside noise?nm
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Best headset is a USB. No noise but the
noise sensitive
Well, go figure, we are trained to pick up every little detail in dictation and to do that, our ears are extremely acutely tuned to every nuance. You just can't shut it off when the ear phones come off. 
i have noise canceling
headphones by Bose. Rather than take a chance on getting refurbished or counterfeit, I bought directly from company. They give you a 3-month window to make up your mind if you want them. I kept mine. They are extremely comfortable, and I have no white noise problem. I kept track and my batteries last more than the 40 hours, in fact, in excess of 55 actual hours.
Has anyone ever done a background check?
Do you really get all the info that they say you can? If you have, where did you get it from? I'm trying to get some info on a spouse of a married friend who is acting REALLY weird right now.
Thanks
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