Anyone successful in dealing with Tinnitus?

I have Hyperacusis along with Tinnitis. Are most of you the same way or is that less occurring?

I've been to three dr.s and one told me that ear plugs make it worse. Well, I had been wearing those for years at work and I stopped. I did notice some improvement. I started wearing noise suppression headphones and that helped further. (If you're a tradesperson, these are highly recommended) There is a therapy available (neuromonics) but it's $5k and not covered by insurance.

I think each one of us might have different reasons that have brought our problem to the point where it is currently at. My tinnitus constantly increases or decreases along with my hyperacusis. There is probably not "one" common thing everyone could do to decrease there symptoms. At one point, I unplugged my stereo and thought I wouldn't be able to use it anymore. (a very low point) I'm doing fairly wll now as long as I'm careful in regards to noise exposure in "ANY" situation.
Cdc... What did you mean..."life of a blob"?

I feel like I'm unique in that I am experiecing Hyperacusis in addition to Tinnitus. I can only imagine what our "troops" must be going through. You never hear of this problem, but I'm sure it's quite predominate in the military.

I just wanted to report on some sucess! As I remember someone else posting earlier, "silk tweeters" etc... . This shouldn't be taken lightly!!! I recently changed speakers and amp. Both are noted for "smooth" sound. This has been a "revelation". I realize, everyone's situation is unique, but THIS MAKES PERFECT SENSE! My life is perfected by great sonics!