13 months of noxacusis
I’ve had noxacusis for 13 months now. My symptoms have only gotten worse. I try to protect as much as I can but I have to work in order to pay bills and keep a livelihood. I’ve tried many tmj treatments because my jaw does feel off and makes a crunching sound with movement, and if something is chewy enough it does cause pain in my ear. I’ve tried physical therapy, Botox injections, and a night guard, all of which have not provided even the slightest bit of relief. I feel lost and hopeless dealing with this and not working is not an option for me. I’m not sure how much longer I can continue living like this. The pain is so bad I find myself in tears most days at work and when I come home I immediately go into silence. I’m also taking pregabalin which I’ve been on for about 3 weeks now that hasn’t provided relief in the slightest so I’m going to slowly stop taking it as it is pointless to continue. I’m scared and idk what to do. My life feels over and there’s no end to this pain I’m in.