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Ben689908
@paininthe
I work on trains so need hearing to be of a specific standard, always had tests and have loss but only of very specific frequencies caused by loud engine noise. Unfortunately it is self inflicted due to always having the availability of ear defenders. It is not medically proven, as are all causes of tinnitus, but is thought to be the brain trying to fill in the gaps left by the damage.
I have hearing aids, but don't get much benefit from them as they are tuned to my lost frequencies. They are most useful for listening to music and telephone calls, so still wear them.
An aside, the frequencies required for being trackside, in driving cabs and around trains in general are all fine, so when out of the office have to take aids out as I passed the tests without them.
I think the best thing to deal with Tinnitus is to reconcile yourself to it and learn coping mechanisms, in everything I have read there is no cure available and none close.